The Writing Circle That Opened My Eyes

The Writing Circle That Opened My Eyes

Becoming the best version of you! So much has stirred in me since I submitted my book manuscript for its first edits in September 2023. As I circle back to 2019 when I enrolled in a transformational writing program for women, ​Dawn​, our brilliant coach, guided us to...
Love notes for you

Love notes for you

Happy Self-Love, Self-Care Day Turns out, falling in love with yourself is a key theme in my upcoming book, which makes today the perfect day to celebrate you. Do you set aside time for yourself, even when life feels overwhelming? I used to say yes to everyone before...
The winter blues are real

The winter blues are real

Happy February. As the seasons shift, so do our daily experiences, world events, or the needs of our family, friends and communities. For those affected by LA’s ongoing cleanup, many are facing new challenges with pollution and debris. While the fires have passed, the...
How to Shine Through Life’s Wobbles

How to Shine Through Life’s Wobbles

It’s hard to believe the holidays are in full gear. For some, it’s the most magical time of year… Yet with all the glistening and gratitude, many of us are just doing our best to show up. We’re either experiencing sadness and grief for...
What’s Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor?

What’s Your Favorite Ice Cream Flavor?

When my daughter Amanda gave me the green light to assist with her “We All Feel” retreat, I said yes. I was honored despite my reservations since I’m sensitive to summer heat and was in the midst of book proofreading, but I had kept the date open just in case....
Riding the Merry-Go-Round of Life

Riding the Merry-Go-Round of Life

Bumblebee was the first word that came to me during a recent writer’s group sprint. From there, random thoughts flowed to what was buzzing. As mentioned in my last email, and to be transparent, I, like many of my friends and family, am impacted by mental health...