Every June, I challenge myself to do something that doesn’t always come naturally. I intentionally celebrate myself. As someone who has struggled with depression and spent years putting everyone else’s needs before my own, celebrating myself once felt uncomfortable. It even felt selfish. Over time, I realized something important. Celebrating yourself isn’t about having a…
This week I’m thankful for growth – both personally and professionally. Sometimes we don’t understand the growth. Sometimes we don’t even want the growth – but as with life, when it happens we don’t have any control over it. I’m a glass is half-full type of diva and learning to accept those that don’t…
This week I’m participating in a Mini Blog Challenge Party hosted by Rx Fitness Lady. It’s been almost 4 years since I began blogging – quite by accident, I have to admit. Throughout those years I’ve learned lots about myself and the wonderful women that I’ve had the privilege of connecting with. This past year…
After I gave birth to my youngest son, I was adamant that I was done. Our family was complete. Shop was closed. After a very trying pregnancy – physically, mentally and emotionally – there was absolutely no desire to experience those not-so-joyous 30-35 weeks again. In September 2010, when my youngest son was 2 years…
Welcome to Thankful Thursday here at Divas With A Purpose! I hope you’ve all had a fantastic week and will take a moment to pause and reflect on what you have to be thankful for this week – from family and friends to moments of peace and solitude and moments filled with laughter and love….
