Surrounded by love

Surrounded by love

I was really fired up for the new year, and then suddenly, it seemed like life came to a standstill. I felt frozen, unsure of myself, and couldn’t figure out where I belonged. Whether it was the blood moon or what, who’s to say, I just know I...
On to plan B

On to plan B

I was pooped by the time my head hit the pillow last night. After deciding to sell my business 3 weeks ago, a turn of events pushed me to close my business at the end of the month. To my surprise, no tears were shed; I actually felt relieved I knew which direction I...
Release and let go

Release and let go

One week ago, I officially announced my decision to sell my business, Funky Trunk Treasures. I’ve never been much good at creating balance in my life, so when Hurricane Matthew came through Central Florida and I was forced to unplug, it was no surprise that I...
Thrifting for threads

Thrifting for threads

So with my empty closet and my shopping day coming up with my Soul Stylist Auretha, I decided to test the waters at a local thrift shop. I noticed that since I had a clean slate, I was open to more possibilities than ever before. Once I found the rack with my sizes, I...
Making the cut

Making the cut

It seemed working in my closet with Soul Stylist Auretha was easy-peasy. Next it was on to the jewelry and accessories. Strange how I had more attachment to my costume jewelry than I did with my clothes. I realized with the clothes, I was shopping by separates, never...
Did someone say purge?

Did someone say purge?

Anyone who knows me or spends any amount of time with me, knows I am just a little OCD. Even though I can be a piggy from time to time, I like things orderly. I pride myself on my ability to purge and release unnecessary items and clutter from my life. My husband is a...