Not everyone will stay — and that’s something the heart learns the hard way. A few days ago, I saw a TikTok post from Rica Peralejo where she talked about friends who had cut her off — and how she’s learned to be okay with it. What she said really hit me, so I decided to write this. Twelve years ago, I suffered a stroke … Continue reading It’s OK When People Unfollow You in Real Life
Sometimes the bravest decision is choosing peace over a paycheck—because health and growth matter more. 🌱✨ #SelfCare #MentalHealthMatters #ChooseYourself #LifeAfterQuitting #PersonalGrowth” Continue reading The Day I Chose Myself
Some people say life can change in a second. For me, that second came while I was getting ready for work—on a regular Monday morning, October 21, 2013. Just two weeks after my 34th birthday. I’ve actually written a separate blog post that walks through exactly what happened that day, but to sum it up: I had a stroke caused by an AVM. I ended … Continue reading One Day at a Time: How I Reclaimed My Life After a Stroke
Time has this funny way of slipping past quietly. One minute it’s New Year’s Eve, the next you’re staring at a calendar that says July. We’re halfway through the year—and if I’m being honest, it doesn’t feel like six months have passed. It feels like maybe… two and a half? But the calendar doesn’t lie. So instead of wondering where the days went, I’m looking … Continue reading Halfway There: What the First 6 Months of the Year Taught Me
Understanding the Condition That Changed My Life It was just another regular morning. Nothing seemed off—at least, nothing out of the ordinary for someone who had been battling splitting headaches for over a year. I used to joke that Ibuprofen had basically become one of my food groups. Looking back, that wasn’t funny at all. In 2013, everything changed. One moment, I was pushing through … Continue reading What Is AVM?
II’m a middle child. Growing up, most of the focus naturally went to the eldest, who carried the pressure of setting an example, and the youngest, who needed the most care. And honestly, that’s okay. It rattled my confidence a little, sure — but I never let it define my worth. I quietly learned how to carve out my own space, even without being front … Continue reading You’re Not So Important, and That’s Okay
After 19 years of marriage, I can confidently say that it’s not the big, grand gestures that keep a relationship strong—it’s the little things. Sure, romantic getaways and fancy gifts are nice, but they’re not what hold two people together through the hardest seasons of life. It’s the way you show up for each other in the everyday moments that truly matter. Lay and I … Continue reading The Little Things That Make a Relationship Stronger
Today marks the first day of the love month, but before we get caught up in all the heart-shaped everything, let’s talk about the kind of love that often gets overlooked—self-love. It’s a word that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? It’s not about pricey spa days, shopping sprees, or curating the perfect aesthetic. Sure, those things are nice, but … Continue reading Celebrating Self-Love in Practical Ways
2024 was a year of challenges, lessons, and growth—here’s what I’ve learned as we look toward 2025.
#YearEndReflections #LessonsLearned #2024Recap #PersonalGrowth #LifeLessons #MovingForward #NewYearGoals Continue reading Year-end Reflections 2024
These 4 Instagram accounts are my go-to for daily doses of inspiration and positivity. ☀️ Who do you follow to brighten your feed? Let me know in the comments!
#IGworthy #IGfaves Continue reading The Top 4 Instagram Accounts I Visit for Inspiration
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