Life has felt like a lot lately. Balancing the role of supporting my mom as she navigates Alzheimer’s while also trying to grow my business and keep up with the constant demands of social media has been overwhelming. Some days it feels like I’m carrying two full-time jobs—one rooted in love and responsibility, the other in passion and survival.

In May of 2024, my life took a turn. I made the choice to devote every single bit of my energy into growing the two social platforms that would help me grow as a business.

If not now, when? What's holding you back from doing what you love? It's been a year since I started my own artisan business and I still love it despite the dips, the challenges and the late nights.

Were you one of the lucky millions to see the eclipse and the aurora? If you have been fortunate enough to be in certain parts of the United States, nature has put on a heck of a show this year and provided us with TWO once-in-a-lifetime photographic moments!

Ever hear the saying “Don’t burn the candle at both ends” — do you listen? Burning the candle at both ends means you are trying to do too many things in a short period of time. This equal late nights & early mornings. Is there a cure? Is this my life? Do I love it? Will I continue?

It’s me, hi, I’m the problem, it’s me. Every single person on this planet has insecurities, or things they do not like about themselves. Are my insecurities a reflection of me or something greater?

Find your squad. Find your cheerleaders. Find someone that you can call and they will listen. This idea is brilliant. Saw a video that talked about gathering those around you that support you when you need it.

Creatively I am happy. Socially, however - I am at a loss. It’s exhausting and the way to get your business noticed. There are too many “rules” per platform, and each platform wants the same “type” of content! EXHAUSTING.

Welcome to 2024. A year when “things” are supposed to magically change. Right? The Plan: new mindset = new results. This is not the year to hold back. This is the year to take that shot and put my energy into creating something I am proud to say I created.