I like to color. Don't judge me. It's actually quite a popular pastime as of late. I've been amazed at how many people talk about enjoying their "adult coloring books." Why not? I've always loved coloring! It takes away stress and lets the creative juices replenish in...

I used to say that writing is like breathing. Without it, I would suffocate.

I started writing when I was in high school. Really writing. I took a role-playing game my bestie and I did and turned it into a novel. I'd always liked creative writing, but had no idea how mu...

I'll just come right out and say it now: I'm no sculptor. So be kind. The last time I sculpted anything was... well okay, never. The closest I've come is probably using molding modeling clay in grade school. That said, here is my masterpiece:

Come on. Don't laugh. I rea...

Two years. Two years since I was laid off from my job of 16 years. Two years since my world was virtually flipped upside down. Two years since I said goodbye to typical workdays, and said hello to living by faith on a daily basis.

It's been tough, I won't lie. I could h...

Today I added more chaos to my life. More expenses. More headaches. But along with that comes fun, laughter... and a bit of unconditional love.

Meet Ticker - the newest member of my household. I'd decided a while back that I wanted a third cat... "eventually." Well, my...

School has been tough. I won’t lie. I get more and more tired every day, but at the same time, it helps my motivation. Each day is one more day towards my end goal. And when that finish line finally arrives, it’s going to be a fantastic day.

On the upside, I’m learnin...

I’ve made it to new heights… literally! One of my part-time jobs is not very glamorous. I clean toilets and super gross refrigerators, mop floors, paint walls and ceilings, help put in flooring, wash windows, and more. However, the job does come with its perks.

My bud...

I went on a vacation this year. That may not seem like something to write home about (or rather, blog about), but for me, that’s a big deal. I’ve taken a lot of trips. But actual “vacation”? Nope. Not really.

This year though… this year was all about the big road trip....

Did you know there are at least fifty synonyms for the English word, “beautiful”? Each one has a slightly different connotation, depending on what exactly is being described. “Beautiful” is an adjective – a word that describes. Within one word alone, there are fifty ot...

"No! Don't do it! You do not want to be in school for another 2 or 3 years, trust me. You're barely over halfway through this little adventure to get your associate's degree. Why torture yourself more?"

"Of course you should do it! What's a few more years? You'll wind u...