I am becoming… the woman who finally puts her peace first. The one who doesn’t shrink, overextend, or apologize for needing rest. I’m becoming more grounded, more honest with myself, more intentional about who gets access to me. This transformation was triggered by the exhaustion of constantly showing up for everyone but myself and the quiet knowing that I deserve more. I’m learning that growth doesn’t require perfection, just willingness. And I am willing.

@Arthur Bellfield it has been a long but short year and in that time, writing has been my peace. I went through some things that had me ready to check out, but my paper and pen and some therapy saved me.