For anyone who feels like this month is flying by, I’m right there with you! It’s hard to believe that the event that I’ve been sharing about for a while now is finally here—but this weekend is James Lane Fest…
Vote in Style with Civic SEWers
Can you believe that election day is less than a month away?! Well, it’s almost here, meaning it’s time to make a voting plan, if you haven’t already done so. I’ll be voting in style this election and proudly wearing…
Honoring the Grief Journey: Navigating Loss and Healing
No matter how much time has passed since I lost my grandmother, certain days will always be hard for me. The day I took my grandmother to the hospital, which began our long two-year journey in a long-term care facility,…
Caring Across Generations Takes Care on Tour
Last week, I headed into New York City to catch Caring Across Generations Care on Tour stop in Midtown Manhattan. As part of their summer campaign, the organization hit the road to highlight the importance of affordable, accessible care across…
Remembering Oma
It’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since my grandmother, Oma, as she was affectionately known, passed away. There have been many times over the last 365 days I wished I could pick up the phone and tell…
A Week of Reflection: Embracing Grief and Navigating New Beginnings
This week was one with many highs and lows on the business and personal front. It started off slowly, as I embraced a #CalibrationMonday, which turned out to be just what I needed to set myself up for a successful…
Celebrating Oma on Her Birthday
My grandmother, Oma, as she was known, would have turned 96 yesterday. Instead of celebrating with breakfast at our favorite place and a delicious dessert, this year, I celebrated alone in front of a cold gravestone on a rainy day….
Lessons from 2023
I’m so glad this year is over. I rarely say that at the end of a year, but this one has been the most challenging yet. Between growing a business, losing my grandmother, and navigating grief, 2023 has tested me…
Caregiving Conversations
When my grandmother—Oma, as she was affectionately called—first transitioned into a long-term care facility, it was our daily phone calls that I missed the most. But I would soon learn my biggest regret—not having conversations around end-of-life care with her…
The Importance of Advocacy
It’s been a while since I needed to advocate for my own care. A decade ago, I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, and a lot has changed since then. Thyroid cancer today is treated differently, and patients have more options…
Navigating Grief During the Holidays: Coping Strategies and Self-Care Tips
While the holidays are often referred to as the happiest time of the year, for many people who have experienced a loss, it can be a challenging season. For most of my life, I looked forward to the holidays. I…
Meet the Newest Member of My Team!
When it comes to running my own business, technology is a big part of my day-to-day operations. I live off my Google calendar, am constantly looking at my emails, and my iPhone is like an additional appendage. So, what do…
