🌿 Wellness Wednesday 🌿

Living with chronic illness means wellness looks different for me. It’s not yoga at sunrise or green smoothies every day—sometimes it’s canceling plans, taking a nap, or just getting through the day without pushing myself too hard.

Today, I’m choosing rest.

What does wellness look like for you right now?

“If I say I’m okay, know that I’ve learned to hide my pain well.”

This design is for every spoonie who’s mastered the art of pretending. It’s raw, honest, and hits home for anyone who’s ever smiled through the struggle. Whether it’s chronic pain, invisible illness, or mental health battles, this message speaks the truth that so many of us carry quietly.

Perfect for mugs, phone cases, and journals—because sometimes the most powerful statement is the one we’ve kept hidden too long.

Visit my RedBubble Shop and pick your favorite product with this new design today!

#ThrowbackThursday to the little girl I used to be—sitting at the kitchen table, clutching a Halloween candy bag I wasn’t allowed to keep.

I didn’t understand back then why celebrating holidays was “wrong,” or why I had to sit out while the other kids played and laughed. I just knew I felt different. Alone. Confused. Ashamed for wanting what everyone else had.

That moment has stayed with me for decades, and it’s one of the first stories I’m writing about in my book—about growing up under the control of religious restrictions, and how that shaped the woman I became.

If you’ve ever felt like your childhood was stolen by rules you didn’t choose, you’re not alone. I’m sharing my story to help others feel seen—and I hope it brings some comfort to anyone still trying to break free from the guilt they were raised with.