trading in...

it's never easy to let go of something you care about, especially if you see its potential. lives are alot like homes in that space is limited; we have to get rid of the things that aren't quite right to make room for what we truly love & desire. i am in the midst of moving on, getting ready to close one door and open oh so many more. 

i believe that the people and places that don't work are just as important as the ones that do....

au revoir old friend

summer is inching away from us here in southern oregon. soon sweaters and socks will be mainstays. in the meantime, i am going to do my best enjoy every luscious moment of summer before it departs. i WILL eat food and drink wine outside, sport flip flops and dresses, and sleep with the windows  open as much as possible, even if a sweatshirt is required to do so. 

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the whole scoop.

i had my doubts, but i went for it. seattle and every moment i spent there was a treasure. i was stunned by the city itself, my mother's tenacity to support the endeavor, the ice cream, and of course, the strong, stunning, and inspiring women at the conference.

the conference was held in a huge old house in capital hill. after only a few minutes, it became clear that the air in there was different. loads of aspiring entrepreneurs had gathered to absorb the wisdom and brilliance of a small group of women who are really making it happen for themselves. they shared their stories and advice, attended to our inquiries, and fed us cupcakes. delicious cupcakes. 

fast forward a whole week and i am busy getting my latest project ready for it's big debut, and desperately trying to keep the inspiration & knowledge i received at the conference intact and active.