I’ve been doing some reflecting on last year, as most people do around the New Year, and I feel as sad as I do optimistic. Feeling motivated or optimistic is sort of synonymous with the first of anything, really –…
Read My Diary – Entry No.1
[January 3, 2017] Dear Diary, I am so tired! I think the holidays have left me in a jet lag-like state. My sleep schedule has been WAY off. I find myself ready to snooze by 5pm, barely make it through dinner,…
Real Talk – Why We Don’t Have Kids
In a previous post, you will have learned that I am 29 years old (as of September 16th). Ben turns 32 this week and we have been married for 3 1/2 years. If it isn’t my age that brings up the…
Postcards from the Antelope Canyons
The Antelope Canyons are one of the most photographed destinations in the world…it’s easy to see why. The fascinating thing, though, is how every photo is little different. The silica quartz creates a shimmery glow that is so mesmerizing, we never tire…
3 Signs You’re Spreading Yourself Too Thin
Today’s good word comes from Luke 12:48 “From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.” Lately, i’ve noticed some sneaky stressors trying to…
Real Talk | Getting Real With God
Feeling a little disconnected and stuck in my own busyness, I decided to push my crap aside and have a very real chat with God…it probably didn’t go the way you’d think.
Real Talk | Trouble With Optimism
Holy crap is it hard to stay positive when things are tough…am I right? I remember calling and crying to my mom, “When am I going to catch a break? I’m so tired of everything being so hard!” Stubborn Optimism:…
Real Talk | Check Yo Self!
Whenever I’m feeling overwhelmed I have to tell myself, “Check yo self!” I’ve been off my blogging game for a minute, largely because I’ve been so focused on other endeavors. If you follow me on instagram or facebook, you should know that…
Talking Travel Goals With My Mom in NYC
My mother and I have officially landed in the Big Apple! We chose New York City as the 2015 destination for our annual mother-daughter trip last year and we made it happen!! In celebration of our annual trip & an early…
