Dear Books, I am struggling with the life transition from non-parent to parent and all the challenges that raising two little, lovable, spirited boys entails. This is also happening within the context of the Covid pandemic and absent a "village,” i.e. missing a kind/supportive community to help us out and balance the load. I’m trying to find my new identity as a new parent when life is so different now, and I'm unable to do many of the things I used to do because of time and family obligations. Also, I’m finding Americans are quite judgmental of parents, and that society appears somewhat hostile. Our American system isn't designed for two working parents, and the transition and loss of identity has been so challenging.