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greatlifeisamust

Motherhood. Encouragement. Business. Real life.
Creator of @momentarilygone
Speaker | Army Wife | Entrepreneur
📍 DC / DMV
This one by @glographics stopped me in my tracks. This one by @glographics stopped me in my tracks. "What a privilege to be embarrassed by your earlier work because you were brave enough to start." I feel that in my bones. I can look back at a lot and cringe a little. I didn't know what I didn't know. But here's what I know now: that cringe is not shame. It's evidence. Evidence that I started before I felt ready. Evidence that I let people see the early version. Evidence that I cared more about beginning than about looking perfect. Every better version of my work exists because a braver, messier first version came first. The woman who posted the imperfect thing made room for the woman who's growing now. So if you're sitting on the idea, the business, the page, the book, the offer; waiting until you can do it perfectly before you start... this is your permission to start imperfectly. Start ugly. Start scared. Start anyway. Your earlier work isn't your embarrassment. It's your foundation. Tell me in the comments: what's something you started before you felt ready? Let's celebrate your growth! #StartScared #Mompreneur #BraveEnough ToStart #SelfCareForMoms Milspouse MomBoss FaithAndBusiness DoltScared PermissionGranted less
Yesterday was day 2 of the @amseagency More Than a Yesterday was day 2 of the @amseagency More Than a Milspouse Summit. And if you've ever heard the "dependa" stereotype this Summit diapells that myth to the fullest. These amazing milspousea are out here building it BOLD and creating a legacy of greatness. I'm always so inspired to be in the room with other creatives and learn from their expertise. I'm forever grateful for AMSE and the opportunity to connect with so many legendary spouses! @monijefferson @laurasearly @milsposocialco @leannalily @thehauoli @the_real_marahlago @_iamkeisha_ @esramills @mirandaroldantv @officialbasebuddies @courtmeinders @drb_psyd @paulettefryar @veemac30
I want community... but do you show up? I want ne I want community... but do you show up? I want new clients... but do you show up? I want to make new friends... but do you show up? I want to sharpen my skills... but do you show up? I want people to support me more...but do you show up? Showing up is half the battle. Attend the event. Take the course. Accept the invite. Support others. Be a participant. Be a contributor. You get the point. Show up. So I'm on my way to show up - for myself, my community, and my business - at the More Than Milspouse Summit @amseagency . I'm excited to see my people, learn from all the amazing spouses taking the stage, and make some great connections and unforgettable memories. Will I see you there?! #Milspouse #MilitarySpouse #Mompreneur #FaithAndBusiness #ShowUp
How much does Stephani love donuts?! #storytime How much does Stephani love donuts?! #storytime
This morning worry hit me hard for like 7 seconds. This morning worry hit me hard for like 7 seconds. Then I looked to my left, from my hotel bed, and saw this. I immediately stood up and began to thank God, because if He created this sunrise, SURELY He can handle ANY PROBLEM that has ever come my way. When man says, "it's going to be an uphill battle", God says, "Relax. I've got this. " This sunrise was the greatest reminder I could have ever received in that moment. I pray you are encouraged in whatever you're going through.💛💛
Because every business owner knows it takes a litt Because every business owner knows it takes a little delusion, lots of action, and a ton of faith to make it happen!🤪🤪🛐 . . . . . Business owner humor Mompreneurs Entrepreneurs #businessmindset #delusion #dreambig
I'm excited to be sharing the stage at More Than a I'm excited to be sharing the stage at More Than a MilSpouse Summit: Build It Bold! 🎤 I'll be sharing my thoughts on the Radical Honesty panel with my friend, Paulette Fryar! On October 9–10, military spouse entrepreneurs are gathering in Dallas for real strategy, real community, and the kind of momentum you can't get from scrolling. If you've been building your business through PCS moves, deployments, and everything in between, this room was built for you. 🎟️ Tickets close Thursday, October 1 So get yours, especially if you live in or near the Dallas area!! Come find me. I'd love to see you in person. amseagency.com/milspousesummit 📍 Dallas College, Bill J. Priest Center | Dallas, TX @amseagency #BuildItBold #AMSESummit2026 #MoreThanAMilSpouse #MilSpouseEntrepreneur
I take so many videos because I never want to forg I take so many videos because I never want to forget all these moments ♥️. Being their mom is the best!
Last week we celebrated 13 years! These two Cincy Last week we celebrated 13 years! These two Cincy Bearcats found each other 6yrs after graduating and have been together ever since. Only God could have arranged it so perfectly. We found each other at the perfect time where both of us were ready for something new and right. I'm forever grateful God brought us together. To celebrate, we checked in to the @fairmontwashington for a few days of an unconventional getaway. He still got up and went to work each day, but we still got some kid-free time together to just be us.♥️♥️ The team at the Fairmont treated us well and made our time together even more special. A huge thank you to them! . . . . . #loveandmarriage #blacklove #marriedcouple #marriage #couples
The $75/month hair vitamin dupe you actually need The $75/month hair vitamin dupe you actually need to know about. 🤫👇 I used to swear by a super popular, expensive hair supplement. But when I compared the ingredients to these Equate Women's Hair Growth Supplements from @walmart , I was shocked by how similar they are. One month in, and I’m already seeing positive results. My hair is getting exactly what it needs, and I’m saving so much money every month. These vitamins make it in on all my trips! Save your budget and grab yours at Walmart! 🛒✨ . . . . . . . . . . #UGC #HairCareRoutine #alopecia #WalmartFinds #EquateBeauty
Just Google her!! I'll never use my kids as an ex Just Google her!! I'll never use my kids as an excuse to not go after what I want. I do it all for them...To inspire them. To show them what's possible. To show them how dreams come true. To show them how living in your purpose, on purpose is important. They are my motivators, not my dream blockers.
And this is why work travel is still rejuvenating And this is why work travel is still rejuvenating to me.... I am always going to be intentional about filling the down time with what I need. Being by the water does something to my soul. I don’t even need to be in it, just the sight of water calms me and transports me to such a place of peace. There's no denying that there's a God who created all of this! 🙌🏾 Now, let me go hop in the shower so I'm not too late to this breakfast 🤣
It's no secret, the prep work to being MOMentarily It's no secret, the prep work to being MOMentarily Gone isn't always easy. This months trip happens to fall over a busy week for the fam. Kids' sports start back up, hubby is on a different work schedule and kids are no longer at the same schools. So, of course, I'm not going to leave them high and dry! Despite my love of getting away, my family is still my first priority. So I got them all set with hair done and dinner while I'm away. 🗣and they better eat it! If you're traveling soon, without your family here are a few things to consider before you just overdo it with prepping. 1. Talk to your hubby about the schedule for the week. 2. Discuss what's for dinner. 3. Is there anything your husband doesn't normally do that would be a huge inconvenience, in several, ways if he had to do it while you're gone? If the schedule is normal or light and you know they can all figure it out...pack you bags and go. If the schedule is going to be crazy, consider what you can easily prep, without too much extra stress on you. If eating out is in the budget and practical, let them eat out. If having a meal ready as soon as they get home would be more practical, then prep an easy meal. I did a crockpot meal and cooked a flank steak for easy tacos later this week. My husband doesn't braid and I knew I couldn't get my daughter an appt before Tuesday, so I did an easy and quick style so her hair wouldn't be a disaster when I got back. Yes, it was extra work on my plate, but I had to weigh the options and for this trip it made sense for me to take some of that work of my hubbys plate. I call that harmony. It works best when you are intentional about your plans to be MOMentarily Gone, especially if you want to keep it up LOL. Do you prep all the things (outfits, meals, pre-cleaning, kids grooming, etc) before each time you leave? I'm interested in hearing how you manage it!
She would be so proud of me💛💛 I'm celebrating 42 y She would be so proud of me💛💛 I'm celebrating 42 years of life today and reflecting on how much I've grown since this pic. I truly feel like I have come alive! God has blessed me to have experienced and accomplished so much goodness in this life. I just want to keep being a light in this dark world and living life to the fullest!
Saying goodbye to an Amazing August and welcoming Saying goodbye to an Amazing August and welcoming September with open arms. It's my bday Month!!! I pray September is your best month yet! I am already excited about what's to come!
Taking care of yourself means actually implementin Taking care of yourself means actually implementing the things you learn! On a recent hike, I learned about the benefits of White Pine needle tea. This past weekend, while at a local farm, I saw a tree and counted the needles (it should be bunches of 5) and I got super excited. I started stuffing my purse with pine needles 🤣🙈. Today, I made my first cup of tea with it! White Pine needles are very high in Vitamin C. They act as an antiseptic. They also are known for being a mood stabilizer. Read up on all the benefits and how to properly identify, harvest, and steep the needles. I'll post the link in my stories. .. . . . Home remedies Natural medicine Self care
Whether you've heard it many times or not enough, Whether you've heard it many times or not enough, it's still true: everything is going to work out just fine. Roman's 8:28 That's it. That's the post. . . . . . Encouraging words. Word of the day. Positive reels. Motivating reels. Good news.
By the grace of God, I survived another summer wor By the grace of God, I survived another summer working from home with kids! ..barely 🤣🤣🤣 We love the kids, but working from home with kids is a BEAST! Thank God for Freedom day!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 I'm praying all the kids going back to school have a safe and successful school year! Full video on YT. See stories for the 🔗 . . . . Mom reels Moms over 30 Moms over 40 Funny reels Working moms First day of school
If you missed the 2026 MOMentarily Gone events, d If you missed the 2026 MOMentarily Gone events, don't mess around and let it happen again! You know you need a break. You know you really don't want to do the work to plan your own getaway. You know you're long overdue for leaving them kids at home and going to do something without them That's why MOMentarily Gone exists. Join us for the 2027 Winter and Summer events. Planning is underway and I'm if your name isn't on the list, what are you waiting for?! The ladies on the list get all the Details and first dibe on registration. L'nk in Bio . . . . . trips for moms Moms who travel Mom groups near me Moms in the DMV Moms in Northern Virginia Mom reels
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