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I started blogging in 2010 to share my journey. Since then, life has been filled with growth, new beginnings, unexpected challenges, and moments that continue to shape my story.
That's why I named my blog Life Is a Journey. It reflects the belief that life is not defined by a single destination, but by the people we become and the experiences that shape us along the way.
Here, I share my reflections on entrepreneurship, motherhood, creativity, and community through personal stories, lessons learned, and everyday moments. My hope is that something you find here encourages you to keep building, keep growing, and embrace your own journey with purpose and intention. About meI’ve been spending the past few weeks revamping and updating my website. If you’re reading this, you’ve probably noticed that Life Is a Journey has a brand new look. While I was making updates, someone asked me a simple question….
Read moreLife has been moving fast lately. Between motherhood, nonprofit work, community events, meetings, and everything in between, I’ve realized how easy it is to move from one milestone to the next without taking a moment to simply pause and reflect….
Read moreI wasn’t prepared for how emotional self weaning would be. At least not this time around. When my son was born, our breastfeeding journey lasted for two years. Somewhere along the way, I convinced myself that my daughter, Eris, would…
Read moreRecently, I met up with a friend who wanted to check out a newer Black owned coffee shop in West Philadelphia called Arterial Coffee. It was actually our first time meeting in person, and I thought, why not? As soon…
Read moreLife lately… whew. I recently stepped in front of the camera with my favorite photographer — the one and only Ricky Codio, for our “Picture This” headshot enrollment session for the VOICES study. (More on that later.) But let me…
Read morePeople often talk about financial freedom like it’s a secret club that only a few can join. But the truth is, most people can become financially free if they learn their money, respect it, and manage it with discipline. It…
Read moreI was recently re-watching one of my favorite anime, Apothecary Diaries, and Maomao’s dad said, “You know, conjecture shouldn’t be spoken out loud.” It got me thinking, if only more people actually practiced that. We’re living in a world where…
Read moreA recent conversation with a friend reminded me of something I’ve learned over the years, growth isn’t always sunshine and rainbows, and that’s okay. Life is a journey, and everyone’s journey and experiences will look and feel different. Sometimes, that…
Read moreWhen I first realized I wanted to start my own business the first thing I did was read. I bought books on business, guides for entrepreneurs, and yes, those famous Dummies books. I really took the time to learn what…
Read moreSomeone recently asked me what a business entity is and why they need to have one. As I was explaining it to them, it dawned on me that I never re-uploaded my breakdown of what a business entity is on…
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