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“Loving Tiara is the kind of memoir that both breaks your heart and fills it up with hope and inspiration. Tiffani Goff is a fierce and faithful mother who is determined to give her daughter a good life. Her story shows us how a family can overcome extraordinary obstacles, and how a mom can be a superhero.” Candi Sary, author of Black Crow White Lie

“Beautiful, raw, authentic, tragic, and an incredibly precious read…”

“This memoir, when once finished, there is no looking back. After having the privilege of being part of this family’s day-to-day life, I wanted my experience to be never-ending. This story rapidly became essential food for my soul, allowing me to savor every “bite” with each page. Tiara’s life is the thread of the memoir, however never do the others become blurred. This is truth, without excuses, explanations, or regrets. What a distinguished way to experience life on life’s terms. Thank you, Tiffani! I have never been able to have children, however, those three beautiful girls were mine as long as the story went on. Give yourself the gift of this read, it will be with you for a very long time.” Verified Amazon Customer, 12/10/2020

” Five stars isn’t enough!”

” Wow, definitely gives perspective to those caring for special needs children. Tiffani is the definition of sacrifice, dedication, and unconditional love while taking care of her daughter, Tiara. Thank you tiffani for sharing Tiara with us.” Verified Amazon Customer 12/30/2020

Prologue from Loving Tiara:

I can never find the quiet. I know that someday this will end and I will have plenty of quiet time, but right now I can’t imagine that being my reality. Someone always needs me.

Most days I just hope to survive until she falls asleep. I constantly ask God, the universe, whoever can hear my thoughts, to give me the strength to carry on. It’s the mantra that plays in my head all day long until she falls asleep at night, and then I say, “Thank you, thank you, thank you” with a huge sigh of relief. I survived another day.

I always wonder how I find the strength to keep going. Everyone in my family and inner circle are shocked that I keep doing what I’m doing. Some have begged me to stop, find another way, or have her placed outside the home, for they fear she will eventually kill me. I refuse to listen to them or entertain their suggestions, because I know in my heart, being her caretaker won’t last forever. I’m meant to be her caretaker for her entire life, and no one can stop me from doing otherwise.

I often wonder how I can love, more than life itself, the person who abuses me daily. Why do I crave her kisses, her bear hugs, and her contagious smiles, when I know she will suddenly lash out at me without any warning?

I would rather die taking care of her than give up on her. I am her mother, her voice, her strength her advocate, and her biggest fan. I am also a wife and a mother to my two other beautiful girls. They all need me to be strong, so they can pretend our lives are “normal.” Even when I feel like dying inside, I carry on, because that is who I am. This is the story of loving Tiara.

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where have I been?

Jun. 16, 2020

Like everyone else I’ve been home for months but life has been very weird for me and our family. Before the coronavirus hit I was already in a funk or rather depressed and confused about my direction in life. I basically gave up my twig decor business to write Loving Tiara and once it was…

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A mother writes a memoir about 16 challenging, yet joyful years of ‘Loving Tiara’

May. 07, 2020

By ALIESE MUHONEN MAY 6, 20205 PM Twenty years ago, the Daily Pilot ran a story for Mother’s Day about Costa Mesa resident Tiffani Goff and her then 18-month-old daughter, Tiara. Even as a toddler, the characteristics that would define Tiara throughout her life were evident: her springy curls, wide hazel eyes and vivacious personality, which charmed everyone…

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To my future grandchild… life during COVID 19

Apr. 10, 2020

Because I’m sure that at some point in your life your Mom or Dad will talk about Covid 19, the coronavirus, social distancing or how in 2020 the world changed, I wanted to write you a letter explaining how I feel during this pandemic. I started writing this post on April 9, 2020, and rain…

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Isolation isn’t new to me…

Mar. 20, 2020

As the whole world is freaking out about being isolated at home, I have returned to a place I once knew well. Isolation, being stuck at home, living in a hospital, not being able to attend functions because your child and her behaviors aren’t welcome or not being able to leave the house because you…

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Inspired Media 360 TV

Mar. 19, 2020

Interview with Carey Peña an Emmy award-winning journalist, television personality, podcast host, and the Founder & CEO of Inspired Media 360.

Stu News Newport

Mar. 19, 2020

Loving Tiara: A local author’s compassionate tribute to her beloved daughter by LANA JOHNSON Tiffani Goff is a retired home stager, interior designer, blogger and now a published author of her memoir Loving Tiara. She is appearing for a special program and book signing on Saturday, Feb. 15 from 12-3 p.m. at Seaside Gallery & Goods,…

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Tiffani on TSC Talks

Mar. 19, 2020

Here are the notes from this interview by Jill Woodworth. You can listen to the podcast here. I was honored to interview Tiffani Goff, mother, blogger, author of Loving Tiara: A Memoir on the podcast. I followed Tiffani’s journey with her daughter Tiara who had Tuberous Sclerosis Complex for several years on Facebook as she shared glimpses from…

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It shouldn’t be this hard…

Mar. 12, 2020

I almost forgot how exhausting and frustrating dealing with the “medical system” can be until the universe gave me a big reminder over the past two days. As many of you know, Trinity my youngest daughter who will be eighteen in a few weeks has ADHD. She has been on medication since the fourth grade…

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Are you scared of the coronavirus?

Mar. 06, 2020

If this outbreak happened 6 years ago when Tiara was still alive, I would be absolutely terrified of the coronavirus. Truth be told I was terrified of every cold, flu, and virus that was “going around” throughout her life, especially influenza A and B. During the last years of Tiara’s life, she always struck with…

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Is it depression, menopause or grief?

Feb. 28, 2020

Since my last post, things haven’t been great for me. Luckily I recovered fairly quickly from the dog bite and was able to walk Friday morning without pain which is one of the few positives. I spent Friday on the computer sending emails trying to get some more press for Loving Tiara and creating ads…

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Mom, Wife, author of Loving Tiara, retired home stager, and chronic volunteer. I laugh when I'm happy, nervous, or stressed, so basically, I'm always laughing, and you can hear me from down the block if the windows are open. I love to swear even though it isn't ladylike, and I'm brutally honest, but in a super nice way, or so I think? I tend to roll my eyes, and apparently, my face is very expressive because even when I don't open my mouth, everyone knows what I'm thinking. My hubby and I are homebodies; I'm obsessed with always doing the "right thing " and taking care of my skin. I love learning, am always trying to evolve as a human being, and am a bit of a perfectionist. Let's have some fun! xoxo tiffani
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