Getting It Together

Getting It Together

It has been a whirlwind since my last post. Every night as I settle in to write, I literally fall asleep sitting up. At first, I was saying to myself, “You have to get this done. You’re supposed to do it every day.” So much wrong with that statement. Eventually, I...
Self Care and Connection

Self Care and Connection

The past couple of days have been running at full speed. I seem to have a lot of energy lately—not very hungry, just bouncing right along. I keep knocking things off my list… and somehow adding more back on. Today started with my colonoscopy consult. It went...
The Simple Things

The Simple Things

For the past few years, every August I’ve posted a thought, a photo, or something each day just to see what the heck I’m really up to. This year feels different. This year has a deeper meaning. This girl is going deep—working hard to heal, be present, and...
Brighter Days

Brighter Days

Today was about looking ahead and imagining brighter days. I treated myself to some pampering with gift certificates I had been holding onto—a teeth whitening (yep, things are definitely getting brighter!) and a facial. I’ve always felt pretty blessed with good...
Learning to Be Gentle With Myself

Learning to Be Gentle With Myself

This morning, I woke up believing I had a fresh start. Then yesterday came rushing back. Before my feet even hit the floor, I knew something wasn’t right. I wasn’t okay. The loneliness settled in before I could get to my studio. Old abandonment wounds that...