I’ve had a lot going on lately, and I haven’t really sat down and put it all in one place. So this is me doing that—just being honest about what life has looked like behind everything I’ve been posting.

THE BREAKUP

I’m just going to say it straight. I stayed longer than I should have. I  kept thinking things would shift, that I would be chosen the way I was showing up for him. And that just didn’t happen. It wasn’t even about one big moment—it was the realization over time that I was holding onto something that wasn’t really holding onto me. That’s a hard pill to swallow.  And I’m at a point now where I don’t want to keep explaining myself or trying to make something make sense that just doesn’t. I had to let it go, not because it didn’t matter—but because I matter more! 

Then my health said, “pause”

This part still feels unreal. I  was literally eating a bagel… and broke two teeth. What I thought was going to be something simple turned into a full dental situation. Bone loss, teeth being pulled, a whole process that’s going to take months to fully complete. I’m not even going to lie—I cried. Not because I needed perfect teeth, but because those were mine. And having something like that happen out of nowhere can really mess with how you feel about yourself. But I also had to check myself and say—if this is what needs to happen to fix it long-term, then let’s handle it.

 

Still didn’t make it easy though.

And life didn’t slow down at all

I’m still a mom.

Still working. 

Still showing up.

My kids still need me the same way, regardless of what I have going on personally. And if you’re a parent, you already know—there’s no “pause” button. So,I’ve just been taking things day by day and doing what needs to be done.

At the same time… my bags came in

 

This part? I’m really proud of. Because I went from sketching designs on a sticky note during a late night at work… to actually having the bags in my hands. That moment hit me. Like, this is real.  And not just because it’s a product—but because it has purpose behind it. This isn’t just about selling handbags. A portion of what I’m building goes back into supporting single mothers through Rest Mama Inc.

So yeah, I’m excited—but I’m also very aware that this is bigger than just me.

 

I’ve also been talking more—on purpose

Between Kiki with Aggie and the Rest Mama Podcast, I’ve been a lot more open. Not in a “let me tell everything” way, but in a way that actually reflects real life.

Because the truth is:

• everything isn’t always together
• you don’t always feel strong
• and sometimes you’re figuring it out as you go

And I think more people relate to that than the highlight version of life. What I’m learning right now I’m learning to stop forcing things. If it’s not mutual, if it’s not clear, if it’s not consistent—I don’t want it.  I’m also learning that starting over doesn’t mean you failed. Sometimes it just means you’re finally doing it the right way.  And I’m learning to give myself a little more grace. Because a lot has been thrown at me at once—and I’m still standing, still building, still moving.

 

 

 

Where I’m at now

 

I’m healing.  Physically, emotionally, mentally. I’m focused on my kids, my businesses, and making sure what I’m building actually align with the life I want. And I’m not going back to anything that made me question myself. If you’ve been watching or supporting the bags are here, everything is live, And I’m just getting started.

You can shop here: 

www.restmamainc.org

Love you, mean it.