It’s so wild how the mind works. Earlier tonight, out of nowhere, a movie surfaced — not the title, not a quote, not even a clear scene. Just fragments. Half-remembered words. Strong, insistent feelings that wouldn’t let go. A story I hadn’t thought about in many years, yet my body and emotions recognized it instantly. Read More …..
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2025 Reflection – Reclaim
2025 was the year I chose Reclaim — and while it didn’t look the way I originally imagined, it mattered more than I realized at the time. This year wasn’t about massive growth or loud wins. It was about taking pieces of myself back after years of survival, caretaking, loss, and emotional shutdown. I began Read More …..
insomnia sucks!
OH GEEZ! You think after a few weeks of physical work in the studio (full basement renovation) that you would be able to SLEEP at night for several weeks. NOPE! There’s been several nights where I’m WIDE AWAKE after 330 am! Thanks to perimenopause stages that I have been experiencing for the last few months! Read More …..
12 years later…
Twelve years ago today, my family’s life was forever changed. My parents-in-law were tragically killed by a drunk driver while they were on their motorcycle coming home from an event. It’s still hard to wrap my head around. One moment, they were on their way home. The next, they were gone — because of one Read More …..
Rough Month
Oh jeez. It’ been rough month between traveling to AZ to hang out with my bestie, Jaz at Jenn Dove’s Coloring Retreat (unfortunately it’s her LAST one – she’s retiring from hosting retreats), then coming home getting back on school schedule quickly, and diving back into the basement studio renovation then getting hit with 3 Read More …..
Last Dinner…
Jeff and I had our last dinner with Grandma Leta at Casa tonight. It was bittersweet. She is heading up to Montana for a few months since she cannot be home alone anymore after her stroke earlier this year. Jeff and I don’t like it at all, but there’s no choice. Aunt Mickie is Read More …..
Family Dinner…
So we went to Grandma Leta’s for dinner that was made by Mickie. We had spaghetti, buttered bread and salad. Also some desserts as well!! I snapped those pictures because I’m just afraid those could be the last ones. 🙁 She is leaving for Montana for a few months on Friday. Looks like we’re going Read More …..
Working my way…
I’m sure you’re wondering why I’m posting old stuff….. I originally started out with DayOne journaling app… I still have a few years in there, but most have under 100 posts. so I’m going to be slowly moving them over one by one so you will be seeing a lot of old stuff.. My Read More …..
{Note} Please Read Me…
Welcome to my quieter corner — where real life, crafts, and everything in between come together — heartfelt, creative, and like we’re sitting at the craft table together. 💬 What to expect: • Behind‑the‑scenes peeks into real life • Personal stories, thoughts, and sometimes rants 😉 • A slower, cozier pace than my main crafty Read More …..
The Last Dinner…
We had our last dinner with grandma Leta at Casa Romero. Mickie is going to be here tomorrow from Montana to take her up here for a few months, on the 8th of August. This year has been very challenging for everyone in taking care of Grandma Leta after her stroke in March. She cannot Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/26
Daily Goal Plan Post to Stories about Memorial Day & Honoring the Fallen BBQ at Mom’s Airtable Course **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were required to do 3 daily goals everyday with one of the Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/23
Daily Goals Plan Pick up my bestie from airport! Wait for the HVAC guy to get here to fix the AC! Finish write up posts for this week. ( just started last night) **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/22
Daily Goal Plan Head to mom’s to stay cool! 2 LIVES today (now it’s possible I’ll have to reschedule it) Write posts for this week and get them scheduled to SM **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/21
Daily Goal Plan Replace battery in my MacBook. Grr. Babysit Miss Emma! Sign the Weekly Email to team (didn’t do yesterday) Dinner with a friend **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were required to do 3 Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/20
Daily Goal Plan Long standing family dinner at the Mexican restaurant with grandma leta! Pick up Grandkid #2 Sign the Weekly Email to the Team **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were required to do 3 Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/19
Daily Goal Plan Muster the energy to just keep going today Re arrange my desk area Chalk Drop LIVE tonight **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were required to do 3 daily goals everyday with one Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/18
Daily Goal Plan Finish set up square Write up email for my email subscribers Edit ManyChat and activate it within the page Mail out thank you cards to customers **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/16
Daily Goal Plan Finish set up square Write up email for my email subscribers Edit ManyChat and activate it within the page Mail out thank you cards to customers **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/17
Daily Goal Plan Babysitting Miss Emma Fill out more paperwork for Grandma’s VA benefits Finish yesterday’s Goals **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were required to do 3 daily goals everyday with one of the goals Read More …..
3 Daily Goals – 6/15
Daily Goal Plan BBQ later this afternoon w/ the hub Maybe a nap? Haven’t been feeling well for a few weeks. Do 2 lives today **This was part of a group that I had participated through my business. Fresh Start to Success was the name of the group – we were required to do 3 Read More …..