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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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I finally slept and now what?

May. 10, 2012

  So, many of you know I pretty much function in a constant state of sleep deprivation.  The funny thing is I forgot how amazing it feels to actually get sleep and wake up feeling rested.  It is like a whole new world.  I have been telling Lou for over a month, ” I am…

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What I have been hearing around town….

May. 09, 2012

  So apparently, I have learned from several sources that people are concerned about me after reading my posts.  I so appreciate your concern, but what some of you may not realize is that most likely by the time you have read my post for the day, whatever issue I was complaining about or fretting…

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Roasted Artichokes with Lemon Tarragon Dipping Sauce

May. 08, 2012

Roasted Artichokes with Lemon Tarragon dipping sauce 3 artichokes 3 lemons 3/4 cup of wine olive oil, about 1/2 cup fresh thyme 2 cloves of garlic 3 heaping tablespoons of mayonnaise 2 teaspoons of fresh tarragon, can substitute with dried about 1 teaspoon 1 tablespoon of worchestire sauce sea salt fresh ground pepper Artichokes are…

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It was a little crazy, but fun…

May. 07, 2012

  Well as you can see I ended up in the dreaded middle seat for the 6 hour drive home.  After contemplating who should be injured and abused stuck next to Tiara I decided I might as well do it since I am used to it.  Our original plan was to put her in front…

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road trip in the prius…

May. 04, 2012

    So when you are reading this today all of us, except Tabitha, will be piled in my Prius driving to Northern California.   Let me just tell you, Lou is so not excited to be driving “the tin can” up the 5 freeway.  When we decided to make the trip for his Auntie…

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Did you know my hubby is my little brother?

May. 03, 2012

  Well, after yesterday’s post I thought I would do something a little lighter and tell you the story of how Lou and I met.  I love this story. I was a  Pi Phi at San Diego State and an SAE little sister.  I lived in the Pi Phi house and was the pledge trainer….

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What exactly does it mean to be “happy”?

May. 02, 2012

  Well, I mentioned last week I was in a funk and now I am going on week 2 and the fog has not lifted.  I wake up and think, hum, what am I doing today?  Oh right, the same thing I did yesterday and the day before that and the day before that.  …

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Team Tiara, stepping forward to find a cure…

May. 01, 2012

  May is National Tuberous Sclerosis Awareness Month.   In an attempt to help find a cure for TSC and bring awareness to Tuberous Sclerosis our family has formed “Team Tiara” for the upcoming TSC’s Step Forward to Find a Cure walk in Long Beach on May 19, 2012.   It is estimated that every…

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What should I do with these snails?

Apr. 29, 2012

  I am sometimes at  a loss of how I should deal with the snails in my garden.  I refuse to put down chemicals, so over the years I have decided the best approach is to pick them up in the morning and throw them away.  Now, my mom likes to put salt on them,…

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turkey burger bowl

Apr. 28, 2012

  I am starting to think all my recipes look the same.  Kinda weird, but they all taste different.  The turkey burger bowl above is Tiara’s so it has ranch dressing on it but everyone else likes raspberry vinegarette or caesar dressing.  Tabitha is the one who came up with this recipe as she is…

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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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