Life changes. Inevitably so. And when those changes occur - no matter how big or small -the direction of our life can be irrevocably altered. Like the butterfly effect, every single move we make has the potential for impact. While incredibly empowering, that thought can also be really, really scary. This time of year is … Continue reading All The Things That Will Never Be
Month: March 2019
Hope In The Face Of Hopelessness
There is a purpose that pulls at my heart every single time I sit down to write. That purpose is the mission I feel most called to, which is to share my story of finding hope when things felt hopeless. I aim to do this, because there have been times in my life when hope … Continue reading Hope In The Face Of Hopelessness
What Does It Mean To Be “Perfectly Imperfect?”
It's an expression that floods our lives. We see it everywhere on social media , taking the spotlight of endless motivational memes. We see it emblazoned on t-shirts sold at both fast-fashion retailers and independent boutiques alike. It's chanted boldly by youth groups, and at rallies, and in therapist's offices around the world. It's a … Continue reading What Does It Mean To Be “Perfectly Imperfect?”
Meaning In The Mundane – Learning To Love The Ordinary
If you're anything like me in the imagination department, you've probably come to learn that being the epitome of a dreamer is both a blessing and a curse. Because, while being a dreamer means that I have the gift of seeing all of the wonderful things that could be, it has also meant that at times, my … Continue reading Meaning In The Mundane – Learning To Love The Ordinary
Learning To Say “Sorry” In A Way That Will Actually Be Heard
My friends, today I am sharing one of the most important lessons that I am continuing to learn when it comes to having a healthy and long-lasting relationship. I am talking about the different ways to apologize, and how I am working to ensure that my "I'm sorry," is said in a way that my … Continue reading Learning To Say “Sorry” In A Way That Will Actually Be Heard
Planning My Wedding Without My Mom By My Side
When I was a little girl, there was a big window with white lace curtains at the bottom of the stairs of my childhood home. I remember my sister and I taking turns standing behind those curtains, lifting them from one another's faces playfully, pretending that the curtains were a veil and we were brides … Continue reading Planning My Wedding Without My Mom By My Side