Starting something is exhilarating. Fresh opportunity, energy, desire and gusto are easy to find. Vision is propelling and excitement helps us find our feet. Ideas are flowing and plans are forged. But does a strong start ensure a vibrant finish?

Friendship. A loaded word. Layered meanings, different contexts, a million different ways to experience it, something we all yearn for. Something we were created for!

It starts with a Pinterest Board, latest inspirations from your favorite designer, magazine cut outs. You’ve got a vision. You’ve got direction. You’ve got a plan. But how do you take the grand design and make it your own?

Last year, the video for an amazing song, Monday Morning Faith by SEU Worship, popped up randomly in my Instagram feed. Initially sucked in by amazing vocals I lingered and listened. A capturing voice led to convicting lyrics and I couldn’t turn it off.

Simply put, our world has become increasingly sick and toxic. From pesticides, chemicals in our water, body care products, dental work, EMFs and more, our bodies are taking on an overload that it was not intended to.

From initial build design to foundational decor, seasonal decor, and fresh touches, there is one tool that I use as a starting point for it all. My number one design hack…the secret that holds it together….here it is….drum roll please……

Health starts in the heart. Our bodies, minds, and spirit are uniquely connected with great intention. Sometimes what we need most isn’t found in a medication, supplement, new workout routine or diet plan. Maybe it’s deeper than that.

About a month ago, I awoke one morning, sauntered out of bed and my breath was nearly taken with shooting pain in my lower back. To be honest, I’ve never experienced much in the way of back or neck pain. I’d never been to a chiropractor (didn’t see the need) and felt happily exempt from the world of back issues.

Lighting is the bling, the style, the glue that unites your style room by room! It can add joy and life, cozy vibes, practicality and uniqueness to the various spaces you desire to create.