Who's That Girl?

Hallmark movies are a staple in many homes. People live for those fairy tale stories of finding love and their happily ever after. Time after time, movie after movie, it’s the same thing. So, what exactly is the formula for making that perfect Hallmark film? Let’s start with the basics — usually, there’s a woman…

Bright lights, fast pace, ringing bells, Elvis – it’s Viva Las Vegas, baby! I’ve gone on my fair share of girls’ trips in my previous life. NYC, the Bahamas, Niagara-on-the-Lake — there was never a shortage of getaways where I could escape my reality for a few days. Old me needed those trips to survive the hardest…

For years, I suffered. I dismissed the issues—chalked them up to stress, age, or the endless responsibilities of caring for others. I told myself it was nothing, that I just needed to push through. And so, I did. I cared for everyone else while quietly neglecting myself. But everything changed after my late husband passed…

Trying love and relationships again after losing your spouse can feel terrifying. The fears are real—what if it doesn’t work out? What if the families and children don’t blend? What if opening your heart and being vulnerable again only leads to another heartbreak? And perhaps the deepest fear of all: what if you lose this…

If you know me, then you know that for most of my life, my wardrobe has been predominantly black. I’d say about 99%. No, it wasn’t just because I was the grieving widow. This started long before — back in my early teens. And now, as I continue to embrace all the changes in my…

I didn’t always understand what serenity truly meant. I thought it was something reserved for meditation retreats, quiet beaches, or the pages of poetry. I often debated going on one of those “life changing” adventures all in hopes of achieving that blissful state of serenity.  But serenity isn’t about escape—it’s about presence. It’s about learning…

What is a soulmate?  There are several definitions and every person may have their own interpretation. There are friends that can be soulmates because you connect on a level that others probably won’t get. There can be partners that you connect with because they know you or even can share the same soul, thoughts, feelings…

In today’s fast-paced and super digital world, it’s easy to feel disconnected despite being super accessible. We have hundreds of social media connections, but often still find ourselves feeling isolated. We chat with friends or colleagues daily, yet the depth of true connection can sometimes seem difficult. So, what does it really mean to be…

Milestones like birthdays, graduations, anniversaries are all moments that help any widow or widower pause and reflect on how far they’ve come but are also reminders of that piece that is still missing. For many, they are moments of joy and celebration,  but for those still walking through the initial stages of their grief journey,…

This weekend was one filled with lots of emotions and lessons – some highs and some lows but all of which were filled with plenty of learnings and perspective. So where do I start? Well, it started on our highest of highs kicking off with competition #2 and despite some hiccups the girls rocked day…