the end of the year undoubtedly causes some reflection and also anticipation we think of all of the things that have happened in this period of time that we’ve come to know of as a year the good moments, the bad the goals we succeeded at and missed and yet there is always great hope… Continue reading the end [or beginning]
Author: Dre
a note on friendship
This year I learned a lot about friendship. I’ve been refreshingly open with longtime friends. Deepened relationships with newer friends. But also, learned that some that I considered to be a friend were only in my life conditionally. I’ve also observed the friendships of those around me and gained insight on connections that last a… Continue reading a note on friendship
this christmas
It’s the holiday season. Undoubtedly my favorite time of the year. My desk at work is all tinseled out and Maddie’s gifts are on the way [shout out to amazon prime!]. But this year feels so different. My path isn't as clear as it has been the last few years. It’s made me think a… Continue reading this christmas
clearing out the noise
It’s been two weeks since I left the social media realm. This isn’t new to me. I have taken so many breaks from it in the past. The difference is that this time I have set no return date. Typically, I’m like, “ok, two weeks off social media!” And then that entire two weeks I… Continue reading clearing out the noise
drawing strength from the past
Our past often gets a bad rep. I mean, I get it. If you were anything like me, sometimes thoughts of the past are quickly met with a sigh of relief for how far you’ve come. But when it comes to present challenges I have found that the best encouragement can come from reflection. Taking… Continue reading drawing strength from the past
skincare regimen winter 18′
As someone who has dealt with acne since middle school, skin care has always been super important to me. I have tried hundreds of products, from low-end drugstore skincare to high-end products that you can't buy in stores. I tend to lean toward clean and more natural products. Over the last month my skin has… Continue reading skincare regimen winter 18′
never say never
There are several times in life I can remember saying “I would never...” or “I can’t imagine ever...” and ending that sentence with a variety of different things that at the time I could honestly not imagine doing or situations I never thought I’d find myself in. The funny thing about life is that it… Continue reading never say never
hello again, old friend.
I read a blog post today that really inspired me because it was so relatable to me as a blogger. I have been blogging since 2013 with breaks or periods of silence in between. I often feel like what’s the point of doing this? Why should I be concerned if I ever post another blog… Continue reading hello again, old friend.
embrace your own journey
Friends, I just want to pass a long a little encouragement that is much needed in this age where we seek validation like it’s our next breath. Embrace. Your. Own. Journey. I do understand how real you may feel the pressure is to achieve whatever thing you equate with happiness. For some its marriage, others… Continue reading embrace your own journey
three surprises I’ve faced in motherhood
This morning I was thinking about how I prepped and prepared for motherhood by taking classes and reading books. I researched. I prayed. I had my own ideas about the kind of mother I would be. & then BOOM, had Maddie. [haha] A lot of things I have experienced in the last year I definitely… Continue reading three surprises I’ve faced in motherhood
