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July 2026 Recap: A Month I Chose to Live Fully
Some months quietly pass by, and then some months leave a permanent mark on your heart. July 2026 was one of those months for me. Maybe it was simply due to the fact that it was my birthday month. Maybe it was because life...
Rewriting the Next Chapter
Today marks the beginning of a new chapter. I'm celebrating another birthday, another year of life, and a new season: divorced, completely single, and officially an empty nester.
To celebrate turning 56, I traveled to Peru, a journey that became much more than a birthday...
A Journey to Peru: Finding Wonder, Healing, and Hope
Every time I travel, my goal is more than simply visiting a new destination. I want to immerse myself in the local culture, learn the country's history, and savor authentic food. This year, I chose Peru to celebrate my birthday and welcome a new...
Through a Different Lens: My May 2026 Reflections
May began with the start of something beautiful, something that deserves a post of its own. We will definitely come back to that story as it continues to unfold.
In the meantime, this new season has reinforced a mindset I have worked hard to embrace....
Letting Her Fly: A Mother’s Journey Into the Empty Nest
What do you do when your baby girl (an adult by law, but forever my baby) tells you she is moving out?
Do you cry?
Do you let her go and become the independent adult you raised her to be?
Do you fall back on the traditions...
A Memorial Day Weekend to Remember
Over these past two years, navigating life as a single woman has taught me how to truly appreciate life, create my own moments of happiness, lean on my support system, and savor the little things that often go unnoticed. So, after a long and...
Finding Color Again!
Navigating life after divorce comes with unexpected challenges. No matter how strong you are, no matter how much you are thriving, there will still be days when doubt quietly creeps in. Days when you question yourself, when everything feels heavy, and nothing seems to...
One Night in NYC, A Celebration of Me
This week, I went to New Jersey for work for four days, and knowing the demanding schedule wouldn’t leave much room for adventure, I decided to stay one extra night to celebrate myself. To celebrate nearly three decades of motherhood, and 23 years of...
April 2026 Reflections: Gratitude, Growth, and Renewal
As I reflect on the monthly recaps I’ve been sharing over the past few years, I’ve come to realize that gratitude has always been at the heart of them. Even in challenging months, there is always grace to be found, and a quiet joy...
The Beauty of My Sunday Solo Dinner Ritual
Life after divorce means creating new routines, and for me, my Sunday solo dinner ritual has become one of the most beautiful parts of my life.
During the week, I work long hours, and when I am done, I am often too exhausted to cook...
