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For years, if I'm being honest, I never really understood tattoos. I often found myself wondering why someone would permanently mark the beautiful skin they had been given. It wasn’t something I would choose for myself, so I quietly wondered what inspired someone else to do it. Then one day, instead of simply wondering, I started asking, “Tell me about your tattoo” What I've discovered is that every tattoo tells a story—of someone they love, a season they survived, a value t

Over the past few weeks, I've been thinking a lot about joy. It began as I prepared for our first Just Be Inspired virtual gathering on the topic of joy. As I reflected on what joy means to me, I expected my thoughts to land on my two precious grandchildren- an adorable little girl now eight months old, and a sweet baby boy just one month old. Becoming "Mimi" has been one of life's greatest blessings. Their smiles, tiny fingers wrapped around mine, and the wonder they find in

A few weeks ago, one of my college roommates passed away after an 18-month battle with cancer. Even writing those words still feels surreal. She was one of those women who simply lit up a room. Beautiful bright blue eyes that twinkled when she smiled. A former collegiate cheerleader. Brilliant. Stylish. Magnetic. The kind of woman who made everyone feel seen, heard, special, and loved. To know her truly was to love her. She leaves behind a beautiful family - her husband, thre

If money were no object, what would you do? It’s a question that gently pulls you out of your roles and responsibilities—and back to yourself.

There’s a quote I’ve always loved: “A ship in harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.” Lately, I’ve been thinking about that. For much of my life, I’ve known a few things for sure:I’m a connector. A people observer. A lover of gatherings, laughter, and the small details that make others feel seen and loved. As a child, I was quiet, compliant, and a bit of a pleaser. I watched and listened more than I spoke. Somewhere along the way, that turned into a knack

Life moves fast. In the whirlwind of obligations, insecurities, and distractions, we sometimes make decisions we later wish we hadn’t. We let opportunities slip by - moments to show up, to celebrate, to connect. And while we can’t turn back time, we can always revisit those choices with honesty, humility, and heart. Recently, I was chatting about courage with a group of women. We were sharing stories of courage and one lady shared a story that she was so proud of and it stru

Last week, I was asked to substitute for a pickleball ladder. All three matches were competitive - the kind that make you lean in, focus harder, and forget about everything else for a while. Some people refer to it as being in the zone. I loved it. But here’s the thing — I was sure the other players were all higher ranked. They seemed to hit every shot exactly where it needed to go. I, on the other hand, felt like the weak link. The one that will go ‘down the ladder’ next we

I recently heard about an exercise that stopped me in my tracks. The idea is simple: Make a list of the qualities you want in a friend or significant other—honesty, kindness, humor, curiosity, compassion, whatever matters most to you. Then, look at that list and ask yourself: Am I embodying these qualities in my own life? It’s such a profound, insightful, and transformative exercise. Because it flips the focus from seeking to becoming. Instead of waiting for the right people