What does life balance mean to you? And what influences it? Life balance is expressed in many different ways depending on our circumstances and situation. It could be work-life balance, personal or emotional fulfillment, being totally at peace with yourself, managing time for yourself as well as for others.  To me, it means that you … Read more

The massive winter snowstorm that swept across Texas over the last week or so has been a test of endurance for all those it has affected. Hundreds of thousands of people were without heat or power for days, while others struggled to get food, medicine, and other necessities as the sub-freezing temperatures and icy precipitation … Read more

There’s nothing more nourishing for the soul than spending time in nature. Whether it’s sitting in our backyard, a walk along the beach or through your national park, nothing is more soothing than being in the natural world. The sights and sounds, scents and feel of being outside can rejuvenate and inspire us quite unlike … Read more

Move over Valentine’s Day, us girls have some serious celebrating to do. Galentine’s Day is fast-approaching and I’ve got some heartfelt inspirational gifts that you and your besties will absolutely love.   Female friendship and sisterhood get their own day of celebration on February 13th (the day before Valentine’s) and it’s all about appreciating females and … Read more

Self-love is arguably the most important love that there is. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, consider reflecting on the relationship that you have with yourself before seeking to receive love from others.  One of the ways we can start to practice self-love is by looking in the mirror with grace. Learning to be … Read more

Life doesn’t always go the way we planned. Differences and unforeseen events can lead to things literally shattering right before our eyes and it can be difficult to know where to begin to pick up the pieces.  Loss, or relationship break-ups leave us wondering whether there is any way to put it all back together. … Read more

At a time where there seems to be so much unrest and uncertainty in the world around us, we all need a place to take refuge and escape.  A place that brings calm and clarity.     This doesn’t have to be a physical place; it can be one that you imagine or visualize. It might even … Read more

Not everything in life is what it seems on the surface. Sometimes we need to look a little deeper to discover the true meaning.  We so often get caught up in our first impressions, to the point that we forget to look past the surface, causing us to miss opportunities that come our way.  “HIDDEN … Read more

2020 was a year that none of us saw coming. An unprecedented COVID‑19 pandemic, intensifying political division and widening inequality, all of which have affected everyone – in every community. I wanted to take this time to reflect back on 2020 and draw upon my work as a glass artist to give you inspiration and … Read more