I didn't recognize that woman in the mirror. I dropped my son off at school, and before pulling out of the parking lot I looked at myself in the rearview mirror. I was disappointed. Not because of my makeup or hair, but because my face looked so grumpy and unhappy. My face looked like a wrinkly … [Read more...]
How a Craigslist Purchase Turned Into a Thriving Business For This Local Mom
Recently I had the opportunity to talk with a friend, and fellow entrepreneur, Lyndsey Wright of Lyndsey's PhotoCo. Knowing what I knew of her story into entrepreneurship, I asked her for an interview. For anyone who feels like they are stuck in a job they don't like or is struggling with being a … [Read more...]
25 Life Lessons For My Children
My child, growing up in today's world is going to be hard, at times, but those moments are necessary. In case I forget to impart any of these lessons to you in your lifetime, please remember these 25 things: You are special. You are so special and uniquely created to do something wonderful … [Read more...]
How Well Do You Know Yourself?
It has been said that you must know yourself before you wreck yourself. Hmm... maybe that's not exactly the quote, but it should be. Knowing who you are deep down in your core and what makes you tick, is a scary good feeling. Have you ever looked into the mirror and just stared at yourself? … [Read more...]
A Christmas (Reading) List for the Budding Entrepreneur
Are you are like me? Do you have a fire burning inside of you to do something big, significant, or life-changing? Maybe your aspirations are more personal and you just want to start, create, or do something for yourself. If so, what are you doing about it? Have you taken steps recently that will … [Read more...]
A Blizzard and The Story of With
This past weekend our family of 6 headed north for a 5.5 hour trip to Sioux Falls, SD. My husband's brother was getting married, and our children were to be a part of the wedding. The last major event on this side of the family was our own wedding 10 years earlier, so we were all pretty excited to … [Read more...]
Inspired Woman: Finding My Purpose from Christy Wright’s Business Boutique
When it comes to trying to find meaningfulness in the work you do, you might think of the phrase 'Do what you love'. The problem for me was, I didn’t know what that one thing 'I love' is. I am a business owner, a wife, and a mother. I love each of those parts of my identity. I am proud of each of … [Read more...]