How does one pen the final words to a book they’ve been writing for 4 years? How do you reach the point where the words staring back at you feel as though they are enough? This is how I … Read more about Closing The Book
The Shift pt.3
The third, and final installment of The Shift. Mountains hold significance. I don't know if this rings true for you, but it does for me. I can only imagine the wisdom and utter … Read more about The Shift pt.3
The Shift (pt.2)
If you haven't read part 1 click here before proceeding. Denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. The 5 stages of grief. I think mine were in a slightly different order but yeah, … Read more about The Shift (pt.2)
The Shift (pt.1)
There are certain seasons in life that feel weightier than others. Graduating from junior high to high school. Being unable to drive to getting your drivers license (s/o Olivia Rodrigo). Moving out … Read more about The Shift (pt.1)
Can You Be Brave?
What comes to mind when you think of bravery? For me, it's scenes from various movies. The army who charges into battle, the guy who finally asks the girl to the dance, the superhero who … Read more about Can You Be Brave?
15 Years In The Making
This is an announcement… I’m going pro! Pro Missionary Baby! Haha you’re probably not surprised to hear it based on what my life has looked like these past few years, … Read more about 15 Years In The Making
The Table
What comes to mind when you think of a table? A piece of furniture? Your favorite meal? A specific experience? Family, work, disappointment, all of these things, or maybe even none of these … Read more about The Table
My Middle Name Is Pain
Ok, ok, ok... For starters, my middle name really is, well, Payne. Spelled p a y n e as opposed to p a i n. So yeah, the title is partly true and mostly clickbait. In my defense, how could … Read more about My Middle Name Is Pain
My Obsession
Be honest. You’ve been there. We’ve all been there. Whether its all things Star Wars, Tiktok trends, the Bachelor, Chick-fil-A sauce, or that one guy/girl you had a crush on in … Read more about My Obsession
