Do you really want that in your cart? Do you need it? (3 helpful tips to avoid dating when you are lonely)

Dating when you’re lonely is like shopping when you’re hungry; you just end up picking up anything. Sis, how many times have you found yourself grocery shopping after skipping lunch or right before dinner? The growls from your stomach drown out the shopping list you have in your head and the aisles of food seemContinue reading “Do you really want that in your cart? Do you need it? (3 helpful tips to avoid dating when you are lonely)”

Just Let It (For the over thinker and control freak)

“If it comes, let it; If it goes, let it.” I absolutely love this quote and I’ve adopted it as a new mantra. It will definitely be added to my many mirror post it notes. One thing life has taught me is that things will be. How you handle the “be” makes all the difference.Continue reading “Just Let It (For the over thinker and control freak)”

Happy Birthday to Me! (3 things I’ve learned at 33)

It’s my 33rd birthday today! Three years into my 30s and it feels like just yesterday I was just dancing at my Sweet Sixteen party. This decade has been responsible for giving me my wings, or maybe just reminding me they were there all along. Because, I have been flying! Taking flight in areas ofContinue reading “Happy Birthday to Me! (3 things I’ve learned at 33)”

Don’t Drink the Poison: 5 Positive Ways to Deal with Feelings of Loneliness During Single Life

“Being thirsty is not an excuse to drink poison”. I’m not sure who came up with this quote, but thank you. Far too often the thirst we experience can be feelings of being lonely and wanting something or somewhere there. Loneliness seems to be the part of being single that isn’t discussed. And why? MaybeContinue reading “Don’t Drink the Poison: 5 Positive Ways to Deal with Feelings of Loneliness During Single Life”

God Moments (When It Comes Together)

Ok, so I have some exciting news! A little late, but still exciting. One month ago, I was featured in an article highlighting 100 women pursuing their passions (I’ll share the link down below). When Missy Bonet of A Curvy Mom Blog reached out with the opportunity, I felt instantly excited and seen. If weContinue reading “God Moments (When It Comes Together)”

2022….Is that you? Happy New Year!

Ok, how are you feeling as we await 2022? Nervous? Excited ? Can you even believe we are hours away from a new year? I’m sure by now you have come up with your resolutions and maybe even created a vision board. There’s something amazing about the days leading up to a new year; momentsContinue reading “2022….Is that you? Happy New Year!”

The Not so Happy Holidays (for the single mama)

Single mama, I know the holidays aren’t always exactly happy. They can look like a lot of second guessing and hoping that all the effort is enough. Are you creating enough fun traditions and memories? Were you able to get enough gifts? Will you get enough time on Christmas day with splitting the holiday? YouContinue reading “The Not so Happy Holidays (for the single mama)”

We All Have Moments (4 Things to Help With the “Not So Good” Moments)

This week, for the first time in a while, it didn’t feel like a chore to smile. While leaves are changing and stores are exploding with Christmas items, for many, this is the most wonderful time of the year. For some, it is the most difficult. And I think I may have joined the “some”.Continue reading “We All Have Moments (4 Things to Help With the “Not So Good” Moments)”

Don’t Be So Easy

My prayer is that I am never again so easy; that we are never again too easy. More times then I want to admit, I have allowed others to get things from me with limited effort. Giving all of me for not even part of them in return. Taking advantage of me, but with myContinue reading “Don’t Be So Easy”

Get Off That Shelf! (Remembering your strength)

Get down from that shelf! Sis, I’m sorry for yelling, but don’t you know you are way too much of a prize to be put on anyone’s shelf? Far too often we take a space on a shelf, allowing others to determine exactly what it is they want from us or with us. Giving themContinue reading “Get Off That Shelf! (Remembering your strength)”