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I started blogging in 2010 to share my journey. Since then, life has been filled with growth, new beginnings, unexpected challenges, and moments that continue to shape my story.
That's why I named my blog Life Is a Journey. It reflects the belief that life is not defined by a single destination, but by the people we become and the experiences that shape us along the way.
Here, I share my reflections on entrepreneurship, motherhood, creativity, and community through personal stories, lessons learned, and everyday moments. My hope is that something you find here encourages you to keep building, keep growing, and embrace your own journey with purpose and intention. About meHappy Holidays! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday! I spent my Thanksgiving with Operation Turkey, where I managed the kitchen team. Together, we cooked, packaged and delivered meals for 4,400 individuals, thanks to our incredible team of over 200…
Read more2020—a year that reshaped the world and brought unexpected challenges. For me, it was a blend of joy, chaos, and transformation as I navigated motherhood during a global pandemic. OMG! I originally wrote this post at the end of 2020…
Read moreWhen I hear phrases like “The solution to weakness is power,” I always stop and think about what that really means. Because, what is weakness? What is power? And who decides? Some might say poverty is weakness. But does that…
Read moreThe U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) manages beneficial ownership filings under the Corporate Transparency Act. While specific links are being developed, here’s where to look for resources and tools for filing: Where to File Beneficial…
Read moreStarting a business is exciting, but as a business owner, you’re responsible for following certain rules. Recently, a new rule called the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was created to ensure businesses are transparent about who owns or controls them. Here’s…
Read moreThis election has me revisiting past moments. Yesterday left me feeling so sad, as an immigrant, Black, and queer woman. The weight of it all is undeniable. But moments like these remind me to look back, process my emotions, and…
Read moreThis was originally published in 2022 and has been republished as part of rebuilding my blog following the loss of my original website. While I’ve made a few minor edits for clarity and readability, the core message remains the same…
Read moreA few months ago, I found myself staring at the remnants of what was once my website and I screamed! My previous site was a space I had poured over a decade of work into. It was more than just…
Read moreWhen I was 19, I made a decision that I was going to approach life as a journey, not a destination. I realized that success wasn’t about reaching a fixed point. It was about continuously learning, evolving, and adapting. That…
Read moreNo matter how carefully we plan, life has a way of throwing curveballs. We map out our future, set goals, and build toward something meaningful, only to have everything shift in an instant. Whether it’s losing a loved one, facing…
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