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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 can’t believe it is almost the holidays…

Nov. 02, 2015

I can’t believe it is November 1 and our family has to celebrate the holidays without Tiara.  I have been dreading the holidays and now they are here.  It is more than I can bare. Last Tuesday, would have been Tiara’s 17th birthday and the day was much harder to endure than I anticipated.  I…

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This is for you…..

Jun. 30, 2015

If you can imagine I have a reader who misses my posts so much she checks my website everyday to see if I have emerged to write something new.  So in honor of her (Courtney) and all my dedicated and loyal readers who used to visit me almost everyday to share in my tears, fears…

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It’s been 3 months since she passed away.

Apr. 16, 2015

I have been really working on trying to get us on a budget and get out of debt, now that I have time to focus on issues like money.  Louie and I just started the Dave Ramsey program and I was working on our budget this morning when I started feeling really heavy in my…

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My Stella…

Feb. 15, 2015

For those of you who follow me on my personal Facebook you already know, but for everyone else here it is:  I got a dog!  Or rather our family adopted a rescue miniature poodle mix last Monday.  I love Mickey our canary and yes he has been singing a lot but it just wasn’t enough. …

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How am I coping?

Feb. 04, 2015

Well it has been almost 3 weeks since Tiara passed away and it has finally started to sink in, she’s really gone.  Today is the first day I have felt like crying several times and my heart feels heavy.  Up until today I have been so busy, I haven’t stopped to think, but all of…

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My Earthly Journey with Tiara has ended, she is now in heaven…

Jan. 28, 2015

My middle baby, Tiara Jeanne Goff passed away from complications related to Tuberous Sclerosis at home on January 15, 2015, surrounded by her family.  She was 16 years old.  We placed her on hospice December 31, 2014 but I made it sound like a positive move to those who follow me on Facebook.  I was…

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Not much has changed….

Nov. 16, 2014

I just read my last post, because I couldn’t remember how Tiara was doing at that time or what I wrote well over 3 months ago, but after reading it, I realize not much has changed.   I continue to receive emails, messages, and fb posts from readers asking for an update on Tiara. I know…

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Sometimes there are no good options….

Aug. 05, 2014

Today I cried in front of Tiara’s neurologist as I described our life and Tiara’s current state.  Tiara is completely drugged most of the day, but not a good drugged.  She is drowsy, irritated and frustrated and can’t stop eating.  She has gained 30 pounds since April and crawls most of the time because getting…

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In and out in less than 24 hours….

Jul. 25, 2014

I have been silent on my blog for over a week and after posting an update on Facebook regarding Tiara and her possible admittance to the pysch ward at UCLA, I went dark.  I was so devastated thinking about leaving her in the hospital alone, I couldn’t really talk about the situation to anyone except…

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I’m fine, not really!

Jul. 14, 2014

Of course I’ve missed you all but I am sorry to report the move was worse than I could have ever imagined.  Lou and I have never been more physically and or emotionally challenged, as we are right now.  We moved in to our new house a week and half ago, and I have just…

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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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