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52, Single, and Somewhere Between Wanting Love and Protecting My Peace
I watched a video that hit me harder than I expected. It talked about women choosing to stay single and why so many women seem less willing to stay in relationships that don’t make them happy. And at 52 years old, this one got personal for me, because this part of life is hard. There. I said it. I see so much stuff about women over 40 and 50 being empowered, confident, independent, and finally not caring what anybody thinks. And some days I absolutely feel like that woman. Other days, not so much. Sometimes I’m confident. Sometimes I’m insecure as hell. Sometimes I love the freedom of being single,…
We’re Tired. But We Keep Going.
I’ve noticed something lately. Maybe it’s because I talk to a lot of people every day. Maybe it’s because I pay attention more than people realize. Or maybe I’m noticing it because I feel it too. Women are tired. Not…
The Tirzepatide Diaries — Entry Two: My Brain Is Hungry, My Stomach Isn’t
Absolutely. I’d update it rather than simply swapping the number, because another week has passed and 204.4 changes the perspective a little. You’re now 9.6 pounds down from your July 29 starting weight of 214. September 18, 2026 I weighed…
Sometimes life can be going along just fine.
You’re working. You’re laughing. You’re making plans. You’re creating things. You’re doing all the things you’re supposed to be doing. And then one day you look around and something just feels…different. The people feel different.The places feel different.The energy around…
Today, I’ve been a little bit of a head mess.
Not because anything terrible happened. I think sometimes life just gets loud in my own head. Between designing and trying to figure out the construction of my Witches Walk costume, learning choreography with my dance group, work, my website, and…
The Tirzepatide Diaries: Entry One
How I Got Here I wasn’t planning on writing about this. Actually, I wasn’t even sure I was going to tell many people I was doing it. But here we are. A little over a month ago, I was at…
I Was Never Meant for One Box
What I’ve started realizing is that somewhere along the way, society convinced us that adulthood is supposed to look “settled.” Pick one career.One style.One hobby.One identity.One version of yourself. And if you change too much, explore too much, or reinvent…
When the House Gets Quiet: Learning Who You Are After the Kids Grow Up
For more than 25 years, I was “Mom.” Not just in the simple sense of the word — but in the full, exhausting, beautiful, all-consuming way that motherhood can become your entire identity. I was the soccer mom.The schedule keeper.The…
Embracing Change at 50: My Journey from Behind the Scenes to Center Stage
Have you ever found yourself feeling insignificant in a room full of powerful, accomplished women? I have. At 50, I am finally stepping into a space of significance and moving to the front of the scenes. For most of my…
Zero In on Your Goals: A Blueprint for Success
Goal-setting is a foundational aspect of both personal and professional development. However, the effectiveness of your goals hinges on how well they are defined and structured. To set yourself up for success, your goals should adhere to the SMART criteria—Specific,…
Express Yourself: Overcoming Social Anxiety
It might surprise you, but many people feel anxious about meeting friends or attending social events. Often, they keep these feelings to themselves. However, expressing your thoughts and concerns can be a powerful way to reduce that anxiety and make…
