Transforming My Home with Personal Photography

I am so excited to show you what I have done. All of these photos were taken by me. What better way, to surround yourself with happiness, then to look at the great places that you visited. Makes we want to get out there and travel more. This is my dining area, off my kitchen. […]

Emotional Healing Through Home Design

I need to make my house MY house. I painted the paneling in the living room and hallway. It really brightens the room up! A girlfriend of mine said that the hallway wall was screaming for a picture that I shot from a vacation she and I took together. That got me thinking. I […]

Overcoming Fear: My First Solo Road Trip

This may seem trivial to some, but for me, it was an accomplishment. I have never really traveled alone. It’s not one of my favorite things to do. But when you are forced to do it, you do it. I have an aunt who’s health is failing. I needed to be with that part of […]

From Divorce to New Beginnings: My 20-Month Journey

My house is officially MY house! I closed on my loan today. It is dispersed next Monday!!! I am so excited!! I can pay off all my debt, except for my house, and start saving some money. I cant believe that it’s been 20 months since my life changed FOREVER. So much has taken place; The […]

My Journey to Homeownership: A Fresh Start!

Next Tuesday, I finally close on my loan so my house will be MY house! I cant believe it’s finally here!! I can finally pay off some things and people and start fresh with no debt, except for my house. I need to start saving money again. Mama needs to go on a great vacation this year! I […]

Setting New Goals for 2016: A Journey of Renewal

I have been writing for a year now. When I look back at what I have written and what I have gone through, I think, wow, I made it through one of the hardest things in life and I think I am doing pretty well, considering. I also sent “the letter”(posted in my previous blog). […]