A Journey of Resilience, Sacrifice, and Growth

At 18, I stood at the threshold between youth and adulthood, walking down the aisle to receive my high school diploma. The weight of achievement was tempered by the responsibility I suddenly carried. My two young children sat in the audience, watching their mother step into an uncertain future. Motherhood had come unexpectedly, but those little ones quickly became my entire world.

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Takeaways from Jeremy Burrows’ 30-Day Leader Assistant Challenge

A couple of weeks ago, I completed the Leader Assistant Challenge—a transformative experience created by Jeremy Burrows, author of The Leader Assistant: Four Pillars of a Confident, Game-Changing Assistant. Through small, intentional actions, I reshaped how I work, connect, and lead. Each week offered a fresh perspective on leadership, inspiring me to show up with greater clarity, courage, and purpose.

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🧺🌞 National Picnic Month! 🌞🧺

July is officially the best time to pack up your favorite foods, grab a cozy blanket, and head outside to soak up the sun while enjoying a leisurely picnic. Whether you're setting up in a local park, relaxing on the beach, or simply hanging out in your backyard, a picnic is the perfect way to escape indoors and savor the beauty of the season. 🍓🧀

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🌭 National Hot Dog Month & Fourth of July Fun! 🎆

What’s better than celebrating National Hot Dog Month and the Fourth of July all in one? Nothing says summer like fireworks, friends, and of course — hot dogs! Whether you're at a family BBQ, watching the fireworks, or just enjoying a day in the sun, the hot dog is the official snack of the season. 🌞🍔

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Celebrating Nature and Embracing Adventure

As National Great Outdoors Month comes to a close, I hope you celebrated in the natural world and the countless opportunities for adventure, relaxation, and connection it offers. Whether it's hiking through lush forests, camping under the stars, or simply taking a walk in the park, this month encourages us all to step outside and embrace the beauty of nature. 

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A Time for Love, Acceptance, and Equality

Each June, Pride Month brings people together to celebrate and honor the LGBTQ+ community while advocating for equality. What began as a protest for rights and acceptance in the 1960s has evolved into a global month-long celebration of love, diversity, and progress. 

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Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom, Flavor, and Forward Motion

Every June 19th, we pause to recognize Juneteenth — the day in 1865 when the last enslaved people in Galveston, Texas finally learned of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It’s a powerful reminder that freedom didn’t come all at once, and justice often takes the scenic route.

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Rhythms & Canvases: Exploring Music and Art Festivals

This weekend, Ambler, PA, comes alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of its beloved Music & Arts Festival. The streets will be filled with the energy of live performances, the aroma of incredible food, and the vibrant creativity of local artists. It’s a time when the community comes together, celebrating talent, culture, and the shared joy of music and art. 

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The Importance of National Safety Month

Every June, National Safety Month serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of protecting ourselves and those around us—whether at home, in the workplace, or throughout our communities. This month-long observance is more than just a campaign; it’s a call to action, encouraging individuals and organizations to raise awareness, take preventive measures, and create safer environments. From reducing workplace hazards to practicing fire safety at home, these efforts help prevent accidents, injuries, and tragedies before they happen.

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The Power of Vision Boards: Manifesting Your Dreams into Reality

Vision boards have become a popular tool for individuals seeking to bring their dreams, goals, and aspirations to life. Whether you're looking to manifest personal growth, career success, or improved well-being, creating a vision board can be a powerful and inspiring step toward achieving your goals. However, in her book Next Move, Best Move, Kimberly Cummings emphasizes that, "The power of a vision board, or the vision of success in your mind, lies in the plan with specific steps to turn that vision into reality."

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The Way Autumn Should Feel

As the leaves begin to fall and the morning air turns crisp, a symphony of seasonal aromas wafts through the air, filling the shops with the scents of candles and potpourri. This is my favorite time of year.

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Positive Affirmations

Reading inspirational quotes, movies, biographies, self-help books on various topics, and spiritual readings are just some ways I gain new perspectives, reflect, get back or stay in a positive mindset.

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Professional Assessment

Have you ever done a professional/personal assessment? I did one recently, and it read me like a book. I appreciated reading it from the perspective of someone seeing me in my professional element. It also helped me to identify areas in need of improvement. It provided me with the benefit of seeking out opportunities to strengthen those skills. (Note: The link I provided is not the test I took but figured I would share where you can start your research for completing one.)

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Life Learner

Do you consider yourself a Life Learner? I have always claimed to be. Whether it's choosing one of the many books on my bookshelf, seeking an online course, joining groups with shared interests, the learning opportunities are never-ending.  

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Write It Out!

I recently started journaling again. I once devoted time in my days to write. I found it therapeutic and reflective. I wondered to myself why I let it fall off. Over the last week, I've done a journal entry each day. I found it helpful in tuning into what I am feeling. It helps me to address those matters that often on my mind. I used my journal to set my S.M.A.R.T. goals for my personal and professional life.

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Self-Care

The topic of self-care has come up so many times recently. I have come across articles and blogs. I have read the topic in books. Self-care has come up in conversations. Although I have been mindful of self-care, I realized that I do not practice it enough. So, I started a list to add to my self-care practices. Some of those include:

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