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Three Months in Woodinville
A hummingbird, three journals, and a season of quiet reinvention and unexpected joy. ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,travel Relationships &family
May 04, 2026•4 min read
It Just Doesn't Matter
A nostalgic look at Meatballs reveals a deeper truth about belonging and the scoreboards we chase. A reflection on letting go of comparison, finding yourself beyond expectations, and the power of show... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,travel Relationships &family
April 26, 2026•4 min read
What Eighteen Women Left At The Door
A wrong turn leads to a powerful reminder of what women truly need real connection. This reflection explores midlife isolation, honest conversation, and the courage to let others in, showing that the ... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships &family
April 19, 2026•3 min read
What's In Your Suitcase?
A reflection on forgotten airport luggage becomes a metaphor for the emotional baggage we carry through life. It invites you to question what you’ve been holding onto and whether it still belongs in y... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,travel Relationships &family
April 12, 2026•4 min read
Easter 2026
A nostalgic Easter story about family, belonging, and childhood joy turns into a reflection on disappointment and perspective. A gentle reminder that not every “bad egg” defines the journey and that h... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships family &Hoildays
April 05, 2026•4 min read
Marshmallow Story The Martha Era, Part Two: Pink Fluff and the Art of Letting Yourself Off the Hook
A humorous Easter memory of a marshmallow-making disaster reveals a deeper truth about perfection, identity, and self-worth. A reminder that the real beauty isn’t in getting it right but in the laught... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships family &Hoildays
March 29, 2026•5 min read
My Martha Stewart Era (And What the Mint Had to Say About It)
A reflective story of motherhood, identity, and a garden that grew beyond control. Through clay soil and invasive mint, she uncovers a deeper truth about boundaries, inherited expectations, and choosi... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships &family
March 15, 2026•5 min read
What We Ask For
A powerful reflection on the deep need to feel seen and understood, and how waiting for others to change can keep us stuck. What shifts when you choose to accept what is, reclaim your story, and go fi... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships &family
March 08, 2026•4 min read
Angels Among Us
A runner hits her breaking point at mile twenty-one and is lifted by a stranger’s words. A reflection on life’s hardest moments and the quiet, unexpected “angels” who appear when we need them most and... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships &family
March 01, 2026•4 min read
What the Cat Taught Me About Boundaries
A lighthearted encounter with a curious cat turns into a powerful reflection on boundaries, self-worth, and the courage to say no. A reminder that true connection begins when you honor yourself first ... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships &family
February 22, 2026•4 min read
The Gifts We Don't Expect
A heartfelt reflection on turning 65, embracing life’s disappointments, and choosing meaning over circumstance. A reminder that even imperfect moments can shape resilience—and that you can still step ... ...more
life-coaching-self-discovery ,Relationships family &Hoildays
February 15, 2026•4 min read
Cages
A story of a caged bird becomes a powerful metaphor for the lives we confine ourselves to. A reflection on fear, identity, and the quiet courage it takes to reclaim your freedom and finally spread you... ...more
mind-body-spirit ,life-coaching-self-discovery Relationships &family
February 05, 2026•4 min read
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