Chronic Pain? Can’t Relate—Just Kidding, It’s My Toxic Bestie
Let’s talk about chronic pain.Not the cute, “I did one yoga class and now my thighs are sore” kind of pain.I’m talking about the “Why does my body feel like it was run over by a herd of angry alpacas every morning?” kind.The chronic kind. The “oh, you’re still here?” kind. The kind that has you negotiating […]
I’m Not Lazy, I’m Energy Efficient: Mastering the Art of Selective Productivity
Let’s get something straight: I am not lazy.I am energy efficient.Like a hybrid car with emotional mileage and unpredictable battery life.Some days I’m a productivity goddess. Other days, I whisper “absolutely not” to every obligation and proceed to scroll Facebook under a blanket. And you know what? Balance. Hustle Culture? Couldn’t Be Me. I used to feel […]
Navigating Identity Shifts: From Educator to Creator
Let’s get right to it:Before everything changed, I worked in education.I was the go-to girl: enrichment leader, classroom whisperer, chaos coordinator, snack-slicing, spirit-week-surviving queen.I gave my heart to that work—because that’s who I am. I show up fully. I love deeply. I care hard. But when Nannie passed, everything in me broke. And I didn’t go […]
Hands, Feet, and a Whole Lotta Sass: My Life with Seronegative RA
It started innocently enough. A little ache in my fingers here, a weird twinge in my toes there. I chalked it up to “getting older,” even though I’m still young enough to be carded for wine on a good day and have a dance party in the kitchen with zero shame. But then my hands […]
On the Road Again… Shoulda Been a Trucker, Y’all
Cue Willie Nelson because your girl was back behind the wheel, probably born to live life with bug guts on the windshield and snacks in the center console. Listen—I’ve had a revelation, and it’s big. Like, “life path missed by a mile marker” big. I think I was meant to be an over-the-road trucker. I mean, seriously. These past […]
Mindfulness: Because Spiraling Isn’t a Personality Trait
Let’s keep it real—modern life is a hot mess of chaos. Between work, relationships, endless notifications, and whatever that mystery smell is coming from your fridge (don’t lie—you know it’s there), it’s no wonder we’re walking around like frazzled bundles of nerves. Enter: mindfulness.Not a trend. Not a buzzword. Just a powerful little practice that helps […]
The One Where We Finally Get Some Answers (I think)
Buckle up, friends — today was a Big Day. Two major appointments, one tired me. First up, a mental health check-in where I walked away with a shiny new medication regimen. Because nothing says “personal growth” like leveling up your mental health Pokémon. But honestly, that was just the warm-up act.The headliner?The one we’ve been waiting on […]
5 Ways Nature Supports Mental Health (Even if You Just Sit Outside for 10 Minutes)
Listen.Lately, life has been trying me — and not in the cute, “she’s building character” way. Since losing my sweet Nannie and dealing with chronic pain that just won’t quit, my mental health has been on a bit of a rollercoaster ride… and not the fun theme park kind. Grief, exhaustion, and frustration have been […]
Dear Sugar and Caffeine: It’s Not Me, It’s You.
Listen.We’ve had some good times.You, me, a venti caramel macchiato with extra drizzle and a pastry (or three) on the side.We’ve laughed. We’ve cried. But I think it’s time we have the talk. Sugar, Caffeine — you’re toxic.Not in a fun, Britney Spears way either. I’m talking “I feel like a cracked-out raccoon who hasn’t slept since […]
Florida, Bugs, and the Legend of Omgitswicks: A Cautionary Tale
You know you’ve officially crossed into “real Florida” territory when your husband won’t stop sending you Omgitswicks videos like it’s a full-time job. And honestly? I get it. Because if you want the no-frills, bless-your-heart, hold-my-flip-phone version of what’s actually happening in the Sunshine State, Omgitswicks is your man. This dude? He will snatch up his 2002 flip phone, squint into the sun […]
