Another year around the sun, another year I’m ever-grateful to experience the privilege of growing older. At 33-years-old, fresh off the heels of another wonderful birthday, I can’t help but smile as I reflect on the person I’ve become over the last three decades plus — the big-hearted, Taylor Swift-loving, life’s-what-you-make-it kind of person who writes this post today. Here’s a little secret: I used to be scared of the number 30. But after turning 30, and now the big double-3, I’ve come to realize that life in my thirties is not as scary as I originally thought it would be — it’s actually exciting, revitalizing in so many ways. I’m no longer chasing the milestones society tells me to chase. I move at my own pace. I’m no longer comparing my life to those around me. I water my own grass. I don’t dwell on the fact that my life might look a little bit different than I originally planned. Instead, I appreciate the fact that I’m here today — alive and well — living my life IN and FOR every moment, big or small. Enjoying life, ready for what’s next, equal parts content and eager to see what lies ahead.
Read MoreIt’s after midnight Thanksgiving morning, Alex and Mogul are sleeping in the bed, Klein is snoring on the couch beside me, and I’m putting the finishing touches on my 2024 gratitude list. Did I intend to stay up this late? When I know I have to make stuffing and cookies for Friendsgiving later this afternoon? Absolutely not, I’m anything but a night owl. But alas, here we are… the early morning hours… peace and quiet throughout the house… my thoughts floating in an orb all around me…
Read MoreThis time of year, my mind always takes me on a reflective journey through the past year, so to highlight all the things I’m grateful for. There’s something about the holidays that inspires this sort of deep reflection, wouldn’t you agree? It goes without saying, but life is fragile and tomorrow is never promised. I feel truly blessed for each new day I’m fortunate to see and live and experience, and I do my best to never take a single moment for granted. No doubt, the last handful of years have taught me that big or small, there are so many reasons to recognize and celebrate gratitude. So, in the spirit of gratitude, here are 5 of the biggest things I’m feeling extra thankful for in 2023.
Read MoreSo it goes, some weeks are better than others and for me, this past week wasn’t my favorite. I had a tough middle workweek — probably the hardest days of my managerial career. Additionally, I had a personal encounter on Thursday evening in my work parking lot that left me feeling a little bit shaken. All’s well that ends well, but I’m glad the week is over. To protect my peace throughout the week, I let myself indulge in a few things that helped me feel better. Amid the craziness, there are still so many things to be grateful for, so I’m choosing to reflect on the positive and share my little moments of gratitude after a long week.
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