Read MoreThat’s when the cycle of cutting my hair, growing it back, and spontaneously cutting it all off again began. While I enjoyed cutting my hair for the thrill and creativity of it all, I didn’t celebrate having short hair. Perhaps, because I knew that based on how fast it would grow I could never let the feeling sink all the way in.
Read MoreNope, this was a trip for the grown, bold, and fabulous! Little did I know, my spirit was ready. I had no fear, little apprehension, and an abundance of excitement to create new memories and gain new experiences.
Read MoreOnce the realization of this began to feel more real, feelings of dreams deferred started to creep back into my subconscious. But why? Those dreams were dead...squashed and never to be pursued! Says who? You see, I had always wanted to become an educator, but really didn’t have the time or funding to return to school while being the sole provider for my young family.
Read MoreAs the type of person who needs a plan and the plan needs a plan, I took a leap of faith with the support of my partner and lots of research to retire early and travel the world! I didn’t intend to only travel solo(I don’t always), but I embrace it and I’ve never looked back.
Read MoreI’m not just a teacher; I’m a chef! I’m multifaceted and multitalented, and it’s a good thing to put ALL of my skills to use. Summer allows me to be more flexible about how I spend my time, and I am always grateful for that. This summer has left me feeling fulfilled.
Read MorePositive energy, hopes, dreams, prayers, singing, and lots of laughs filled the atmosphere as they created their vision journals with the support of our group coaching them through. In that room, we were all one; women connected with hopes and dreams of our own. Afterall, that’s why we were there in South Africa...chasing our own dreams and manifesting the life we desire.
Read MoreSome of us, make it out of the confines that this mentality has, but not without scars! Because when you enjoy taking pride in how you look, but feel trapped in a body that repeatedly defies everything you do to look healthy, the quest for beauty takes on a life of its own, and inevitably Beauty becomes the Beast! Immediately, the world makes you feel that if you look fat, you must be contributing negatively to this outcome.
Read MoreThe last time I was in a position to think about the decor, details, and essentials needed for a dorm room was over 20 years ago when my parents moved me into one. Prior to moving our daughter into her college dorm last Summer, I instinctively seemed to know exactly what was needed to ensure that our baby girl’s room was all the way covered!
Even though these exclusive events accommodate thousands of individuals annually, participants make the list by invite only. From the little information I had gathered, it seemed to hit all the areas about me that I enjoy using to create unique and EXTRAordinary experiences- a dash of mystery, creativity, good vibes, style, and an opportunity to relish in small details that make a memorable impact.
Read MoreRead More…the hot weather is consistent, and it’s prime time for new adventures! I really like how these three activities push past the norm and reject the ordinary all while captivating the varied parts of me.