“She couldn’t feel her wings but knew they were there so she built a ladder that led to the sky and when she touched the clouds she remembered how to fly.” – Atticus Valentines Day! What better day to talk about love, SELF-LOVE. So I ask you, when you look in the mirrorRead More
si·lence | \ ˈsī-lən(t)s
“If you don’t want anyone to find out, don’t do it.” – Chinese proverb. Definition of silence 1: forbearance from speech or noise : MUTENESS—often used interjectionally Walked through the weekend with more determination and more drive than ever to continue to use this platform to help others. This is for you, and for me. To those thatRead More
Contributor & a ray of sunshine – Meet Kaitlin
Kaitlin Booker | Life Coach Hi, my name is Kaitlin! I am a stay at home mama of two, counselor, cheer coach, & mobile bar extraordinaire. I grew up in Northern California and Majored in Sociology at California State University, Sacramento. I was often asked “what are you going to do with that degree?” WellRead More
How Many Goats Do I have to kiss?
Eleakis & Elder I must admit, this Country Life, well it doesn’t suck. I’m use to being rammed by Oreo’s big ol head when he’s mad at me, typically when I stop the forehead rubs. I am very cognizant to not use this platform to discuss my person. Keeping our life private is sacredRead More
Designing Life
I have this thing about design. I was never “professionally” taught. Truth be told my degree is in Administration of Justice; and that’s a story for another day. Passion exchanged for another one. Bare with me, I have a hard time narrowing down this section. When California re-opens you will find me on a fullRead More
“We call it Whisky.”
“I don’t drink Scotch.” Then came TOMINTOUL….. As this online journal continues, please note: there will be discussions about Scottish Whisky; and do not call it Scotch. You’re welcome.
re·sil·ient | \ ri-ˈzil-yənt
“Aliee you are so strong.” “How do you do it?” “I wouldn’t be able to survive like you have.” Are these compliments? I have no doubt that was the intention but unfortunately all the loving supportive words did was push me deeper into myself. Gotta keep that face on, the one of a “strong woman.” Read More
Sláinte Mhath!
“Cheers to good health!” I honestly don’t know if there’s anything more I was DYING to gloat about (sans my kids of course!) than my move to Scotland. Just thinking about it, while at home base in Northern California, has me missing my second home. It was always a lifelong dream to get to Scotland.Read More
Why Chasing Alison?
My Name Isn’t “Wifey.” Chasing Alison….why? About two years ago I took over 20 years of handwritten journals to my vacation home in the UK. I’ve been documenting my days on pen and paper since I was a little girl. It’s my therapy. I laughed, I cried, held back a few sobs, sometimes asked myself,Read More