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  • Maui, Hawaii

    Maui, Hawaii had always been on my bucket list because its breathtaking tropical beauty. In 2019-2020, in the middle of COVID, we went to Maui, HI. The stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and vibrant culture create the perfect backdrop for creating… Continue reading

  • 2023-2024: First Day of School

    Today is the first day of school for the 2023-2024 school year, Shelby, Sydney, and Kylie are all embarking on new adventures in their academic journeys. Shelby, a spunky 6th grader, is excited to be finally starting junior high. Sydney,… Continue reading

  • Finding My Muse

    Looking for my creative muse, if you have seen it, please send it my way. For now, here are some things that inspire me while looking for that muse of mine. Photography: the art of capturing moments frozen in time.… Continue reading

  • Raising Anxious Daughters: Nurturing Worrywarts with Love and Laughter

    Parenting can be a rollercoaster ride full to twists and turns. But when it comes to raising anxious daughters, it’s like riding a rollercoaster while juggling flaming torches! Anxious daughters can have minds that spin faster than a hamster running… Continue reading

  • The Hilarious Truth about Preteens & Teens vs Social Media: Surviving the Digital Age

    Alrighty, buckle up folks, because we’re about to dive headfirst into the wild world of preteens and teens vs social media, Before we get started, let me just say that this list is in no particular order. Don’t go getting… Continue reading

  • Writing

    In the vast realm of writing, I feel like I was born with an innate passion for words. I possess a burning desire to weave stories, create compelling copy, and share my unique perspectives with the world. I am driven… Continue reading

  • Beauty in the Lone Star State

    I embrace the beauty of mornings in Texas as the sun rises and paints the sky with vibrant hues before being taken over by the heat. From the bustling city life to the serene countryside, there’s something magical about starting… Continue reading

  • Happy 11th Birthday Miss Shelby!

    Dear Shelby, Time flies when you’re having fun! It feels just like yesterday when you were being born and we were meeting face-to-face and now you are 11! Let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible journey you’ve had so… Continue reading

  • The Grasshopper

    Move over, Where’s Waldo? It’s time for a new game called, “Where’s the Grasshopper?” These elusive little acrobats of the insect kingdom have a knack for playing hide’n’seek, especially when I am armed with my fancy new camera. It’s almost… Continue reading

  • Mowing

    Mowing, oh mowing! Some thinks that mowing is just a chore, but not for me. Mowing is a brain dump session on wheels. As I glide the zero turn around the corners, back and forth, so many thoughts run through… Continue reading