Twenty-three was an overwhelming year with many lessons, healing, trials and tribulations, and memories I will cherish forever. From beach days to back roads, I paved my path as I navigated many changes. “Without lows, there can be no highs. Without sadness, there can be no happiness, Without darkness, no light. However, in knowing these... Continue Reading →
Valentine’s Day Treat
Let us spread some love in honor of Valentine's Day 😉 I think a day to embody love is a tOATally awesome reminder to carry affection towards each and every day of our lives. We can express love for so many components of our daily endeavors. One of the activities I hold close to my... Continue Reading →
What I learned in 2021
It has been quite a year embedded with lessons revolving around surrender, teaching me to cultivate a deep sense of trust in God's plan. I learned about valuing each moment, reframing my thoughts, and honoring my body's needs. Here are some of the lessons I learned in 2021. To every thing there is a season,... Continue Reading →
Sustainable Holiday Gift Guide
For those of you still Christmas shopping, it is a great time to support businesses that optimize sustainability. A goal I am setting this year is to shop small, shop sustainably, and give the gift of health. I have created a list of some of my favorite places that are on my radar with some... Continue Reading →
Medicinal Mushrooms
Disclaimer: As a marketer, my content contains affiliate links for products I enjoy using in my daily routine. If you are interested in the product I mention (make a purchase), using the links assures that I will have some extra pocket money. I wanted to share a short update of one of my endeavors. When I... Continue Reading →
World Mental Health Day
© (scroll for a list 😊) In honor of World Mental Health Day, I wanted to focus on the specific theme: "Mental Health in an Unequal World.’ I have always loved sunflowers. They resemble traits such as happiness and optimism as their roots are within the soil, gaining nourishment that allows them to be supported... Continue Reading →
Cheers to TWENTY THREE; things I’ve Learned
People ask me, “How are you?” and the answer I continuously provide is that, “My life seems to be falling apart and coming together at the same time.” Twenty-Two was quite the rollercoaster with a lot of unexpected screams as I flew down a hill of overwhelming fear and then jerked upwards when a thrill... Continue Reading →
2020 Reflection
“Maybe this cage has been a cocoon all along.” 2020 brought so many changes, both from a personal and societal perspective. Quarantine created a feeling of isolation, leading many people alone with their thoughts. Throughout this year, many unexpected events occurred. 2020 brought canceled plans, adjustments to pre-existing plans, and the need to accept what... Continue Reading →
Searching for my soul
Initially, I hesitated to post this. "What if I'm judged?" or "What if it's too personal?" The reality is there is normality in these emotions and if I withhold my thoughts on the basis of fear, I inhibit the ability for other people to feel understood. So here it goes... I want to feel free.... Continue Reading →
Easter Sunday
I’ve always found peace in the rain and its many pleasures clearing the old tension, washing away one sin, and heightening the emotional release of Mother Earth. As the wind blows across the trees and the gentle sways become rough, my heart resonates with the strength of emotion and the restoration that comes along with... Continue Reading →