Inspiration comes in many forms. I graduated from Penn State University in 2003 and started working immediately. After a few years I had my first daughter and moved to Philadelphia.  See my post 5 Years Down to find out about how the move from a small town to a large city went.  In addition to a toddler and another one on the way, I went through postpartum depression.  It was about 3 months before I even figured out what was going on.  I was a stay at home mom and didn’t feel like I had the support that I needed.

Small Town to City Girl

To be honest I didn’t.  The life I had left was full of support.  I came to a city where outside of my boyfriend at the time’s family and him I knew no one.  Philadelphia isn’t super far from Lancaster, but the cost of traveling with two small kids adds up. Especially when at the time I wasn’t working. It was too much.  So I was drowning. This was in 2013-2014.

Never Alone

Whew but guess what? I learned that I’m not alone and neither are you! We all deal with life differently. As much as I thought I was some special unicorn and that life had hit rock bottom, others like me felt the same way. Where I couldn’t or felt like I couldn’t control the things around me, it was all working out for me. I learned to shed more than weight in my body but the weight in my mind. Getting rid of the things I no longer needed!

 

Balance Much? Inspiration to Keep Going

Fast forward to 2023 where I am working, blogging, and balancing my life. That in itself is a Christmas miracle. I am seeing life for what it’s supposed to be a ride. That ride can have several stops along the way or even bumps but at the end of the ride I hope to have made a mark, had fun, and been happy and whole in my respected relationships.

10 Years Upcoming and Still Learning!

As far as blogging, ToiTime will be celebrated 10 years of blogging in November 2024 and here are a few things that I’ve learned about myself:

• Health is wealth-I’ve had a much needed surgery (hysterectomy) and through working out I’ve lost over 75 pounds.
• Self-Care is a daily necessity. How I deal with myself is way more important that how others view me!
• Being a mom is work and perfection is in how I balance not in my mistakes
• Relationships are hard work! It isn’t a 50/50 combination but 100/100. With that in mind no more relationships with one sided energy
• Knowing your why is important. So not every brand is going to work out. It’s understandable. I know why I write. I wake up to type of put pen to paper because this is my gift.

 

More than Just Living-Inspiration for Real Living

I am interested in living and not just existing. Sometimes life can throw a few blows and I like anyone else can get caught up.  However at 41 I am in the best shape that I can be and I am looking to improve even more.  I’m looking to traveling more, getting out of my comfort zone, attending more blog events, getting more social, and still being a great person, kick ass wife, and amazing mother. So I hope you enjoy the blog.

Brand Call

I want any brands that I work with to reflect how I truly mirror my life. Brands that help me organize and keep my life moving in a better direction. I want to work with brands that my kids can feel proud of! Any of the brands that are inclusive. The brands that are sensitive to the times around us. Brands that Care in all that they do. Brands that listen to the little people and the big people and find balance or attempt to find balance in all things.

Continued Advocacy for Mental Health with Governor Shapiro

I have for the last year and a half started to work with Governor Shapiro to make sure that Pennsylvanians have the mental health care that they need. From asking the questions, being well spoken at the table where the decisions are made and continuing to shout outload what mental health and other health related issues are for the people and for the people.

Governor Shapiro has made strides in the health of those he serves. You can read up on all of the mental health initiatives made.

Contact:

If you ever have a question, or just want to communicate a need that you want to see on the blog, email me at [email protected]

I try to answer questions within 24 hours. So beyond me and what I show, my personal inspiration is to be who I am online-offline. So when you encounter me you encounter someone who is down to Earth, loving, and extends the same grace I hope to always receive from others.

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