Thought Bubbles
In this space, I share musings, reflections, and ideas that spontaneously pop into my mind. Here you'll find a collection of bite-sized insights, observations, and creative sparks that inspire and challenge me. Like a thought bubble that appears above a character's head in a comic strip, these posts capture the essence of my in-the-moment thoughts, giving you a glimpse into the ever-flowing stream of ideas fueling my creative spirit. Discover my inspiration and the ebb and flow of my daily thoughts.
Fearless Entrepreneurship: My Daughter’s Story of Confidence and Success
“Mom! I offer my perspective, and THAT is worth something.” My 8-year-old daughter has never spoken truer words. She was answering my prodding questions about the new business she offered at school. Once I found out she wasn’t charging for…
Redefining Bravery: The Misconception of Fearlessness
Hello Fearful Followers, “I am not brave,” I said as tears filled my eyes. I was responding to a comment that I was brave to take a significant step in my life. But inside, I didn’t feel brave. The decision…
Life Change, Failure, or Growth
Hello Life Planners, I’ve been thinking a lot about change lately. When do you know it is time for a change? How do you cross the line from who you were to who you will become? Is it a line…
I Don’t Like That!
International Women’s Day is more than a global celebration; it’s a call for action, gender equality, and an opportunity to highlight women’s contributions to the world. Today, I’m reminded of the powerful, simple, and profound questions children often ask. My…
Navigating the Forest: How Hard Can It Be
Hello fellow optimists, As a mom, my days are often built on a soundtrack of kid tunes, some better than others. Lately, one song has lodged itself in my mind more persistently than the rest. “Get Back Up Again” from…
Everything She Could Be
Hello Dear Readers, If you’re new to my blog or haven’t been following, I am on a journey of self-discovery, a journey to define myself through my mother’s existence. I’m creating a documentary to chronicle this path of connecting and…
The Thrill of Hope: When a Weary Soul Chooses to Rejoice
Hello Hopeful Souls, Recently, in a rare but quiet moment of reflection, a line from a cherished Christmas hymn whispered to my heart: “The thrill of hope, the weary soul rejoices.” For some reason, these words resonate deeply as I…
All is Calm, All is Bright
Hello Dear Friends, My mom passed away suddenly on December 21st. The days following will forever be etched in my memory, not for the festive cheer but for the eerie silence of grief and loss. I immersed myself in planning…
40 Chapters: The Evolution of a Dreamer
Hello, dear friends, The past year has been a steep learning curve for me. It’s been rough and one of the hardest yet. But even though the fire raged, the house didn’t fall. It didn’t fall because I wouldn’t let…
Parenting During a Shifting Landscape of Communication
Greetings, dear readers! As we continue our relentless march into the 21st century, the communication landscape is rapidly evolving, transforming how we interact as a society. Let’s explore this shift, examining the factors driving it and what it means for…
