When life gives us lemons, we just have to make ourselves some sweet lemonade. Here you’ll find our musings, pearls of wisdom, and personal stories to guide you through life’s passages. Explore how to embrace your beauty with style, discover new adventures, navigate the nuances of relationships, pull back the curtain to deal with life changes, and resonate with the reflections of other women.
I own my identity as you own yours. On reflection, I am a composite of several of the women in my family. Each of these women possessed qualities I continuously incorporate into my life. Their virtues, values, positivity and even the way one of my grandmothers made fresh corn on the cob have impacted me […]
Today is designated International Day of Charity, thus I decided to muse on giving back. The first thing that comes to all of our minds when we hear the word charity is giving back to those in need for a myriad of reasons. I know that women who want to give back to others are […]
The Start of Something New “Keep a journal for three months and you will find your voice,” a writer named Gail said to me. Although I was unschooled in the field of writing, I took the challenge and I am now a storyteller, writer, and author. Our serendipitous meeting occurred in 2014. What led me […]
Chicago, My Chicago My darlings, as you know I love my beautiful Chicago. Living here with my husband Shelly is good for my soul and also for my growth. Chicago is an old city full of history and culture. The sheer amount of activities and places you can explore are endless. If you have […]
Home Sweet Home I am so happy to be home in my beloved Chicago. Starting off my mornings with work, walking my dog America and spending time with Shelly is something I am grateful for every day. I hope you are beginning your Saturday morning just the way you like! Enjoy your weekend and do […]