On the surface, my life looked picture perfect. From the outside looking in, it seemed like I didn’t have any struggles. After the birth of our fourth child, my mental health took a turn for the worse. I didn’t realize it then, but I was suffering with Postpartum Depression, Anxiety, OCD, & Rage. I knew I wasn’t happy, but I thought that I could battle it by myself. There were long, dark days. One day I snapped and I thought my family was better off without me. I had thoughts of wanting to jump into traffic.

It was by the grace of God that I ended up driving myself to the behavioral hospital. It was through therapy and healing where I found peace in journaling and sharing my story. I wanted to create a safe space for women to help uplift them by celebrating all of the amazing things they do every day. I want to uplift, inspire, and connect with all of you! I want to help others to not feel alone through their hard. And to celebrate with them through all of the good. I want to help people laugh and to know that whatever mountain that you are climbing is worth the climb. There is purpose and happiness on the other side of pain. You are stronger than you even know!

Now I speak several times a month sharing my story and connecting with others. I feel so incredibly blessed for every single opportunity and for my journey. I know now that I am exactly who my kids need and that they are not better off without me! We have been through a lot together, but we also know that we are stronger together.