07/22/2025
Warning long post….💯❤️🔥🙌🏻
I just want to take a moment to thank my mom. She bought a pack of these little inspirational notes from the Hallmark store—she said at the time she didn’t even know why she felt the need to buy them, but she loved them. She loves Hallmark. And then… not long after, we found out I had breast cancer.
It hit all of us hard. Total shock. But my mom looked at me and said, “Now I know why God had me buy those cards. They were for you.”
Because sometimes, as a mom, you don’t have the right words. Sometimes you’re just beside yourself because it’s your child. And you wish so badly you could take their place.
She knew I had just started a new chapter—a new marriage, a new baby, and raising two incredible older kids who still have so much ahead of them. I haven’t seen them graduate yet. I told God, “I’m not done.”
Yes, I’ve stayed strong and positive. But let’s be real—there were tears. Me and my husband sat together in silence and cried when we first suspected something was wrong. You try to hold it together, but the fear is real.
I’ll never forget the moment I got the call… we were walking at Oriole Park, as a family—me, my husband, our one-year-old daughter, and our dog. The phone rang, and it was the doctor. I answered. She told me I had cancer. My mind went blank. I remember her asking, “Are you okay?” And I said, “Yup… just processing.”
She reassured me, “I’m here for you. Call me anytime.”
She wasn’t even my oncologist—just my regular doctor—and yet she stood by me with so much compassion. For her, and for the incredible medical team that jumped into action with no pressure, just support and options—I’m beyond grateful.
And here I am. Moving forward. Fighting strong. And I’m doing amazing.
God is good. Always.
The reason I shared one of the cards my mom gave me is because I wanted you to see just how special they are. They’re a beautiful way to start the day—short, uplifting reminders of hope and faith. As someone who works from home and runs a business, I’ve found that we all need little things to keep us motivated and centered.
At church recently, both our pastor and guest speaker challenged us to focus on one word for the year—even though we’re already halfway through. And honestly, where has the summer gone? 😅 But two words have been pressed heavy on my heart: inspire and minister. I truly feel led to live these words out in everything I do—in my business, with my family, and in every life I touch.
So I want to encourage you—pick a word to carry with you for the rest of the year. Let it guide you. And while you’re at it, take a moment each day to jot down just one thing that brings you joy. A napkin, a scrap of paper, your phone—anything. It’s amazing how even the smallest joys can shift your whole mindset.
I know what it’s like to walk through the deepest valleys. But I also know joy shows up in the little things. And that’s what keeps us going. 🩵🪽✨
