On new beginnings

It’s January and like many others, I find myself in a constant state of evaluation. Not only am I thinking about how I can improve things in our home or for our family, I am considering the state of my business. My business title and mission has been constantly evolving since I started this blog in October, 2011. (PS- you can find my older blog posts under the Archives tab.)

When I first started this blog, I had an infant and two elementary kids that I schooled at home. Decorating and crafting were outlets for me and I enjoyed sharing the process on my blog. I never had the intention of monetizing my blog or turning this thing into a business. As my children grew more independent and my free time grew as well, I found myself wanting more. I had a deep desire to take this creative gift and share it with others. I jumped feet first into launching my own decor business. I had several clients before I landed what I thought was my dream client. She wanted me to redo her entire home.

I learned some hard lessons. I learned being a decorator is a full time job. It took a couple of months, but we finished her home. She loved the results and I was proud of my work. I also discovered I was not ready to put that much time and effort into anything that takes so much time away from my family.

I completely recognize that I am coming from a place of privilege when I say that we do not need the income. So, what is my motivation here? This is the question I have been mulling for a few years now. And every single time, my answer is the same without fail: my family. Those four beautiful people below are my passion.

I still love being creative as an outlet. Shopping, painting, and furniture makeovers are a necessity for me much like reading, exercising, or napping is a necessity for some. It gives me life and energy. It helps me refill my cup so that I can pour into my family. Creativity is the equivalent of breathing for me. Yes, that sounds dramatic. And yes, it is one hundred percent true.

So now that I have these two key parts figured out, what do I do with them? My family is the drive behind what I do from day to day and I MUST create. How do I marry these truths? I think this is what I have been trying to figure out for years. I just didn’t have a name for it. (and I still don’t!)

The short answer is this: Virtual Design Consultation

In the coming weeks, I will be sharing more of what this is and what it will look like. The reason this is so important to me is because I want to help others create spaces that give life to their loved ones. My time and availability will be quite limited because my priority is and will remain my family. I still homeschool my children and most of my day is devoted to them. However, I can’t help but feel this calling to share this gift God has given me. I am still piecing all of this together and I am sharing with you as I do. Once again, I cannot thank you enough for supporting me in this space and cheering me on. Much love to all of you.