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Reminder: Dreams come true. Thank you, Carmel (and nearly 500 #Carmelies over the past 16 years), for giving me the most meaningful work in the world. I am eternally grateful. Here’s a quick shout-out to one of those gals who made/makes this work so special—Dina—a TV & print journalist I’d long admired from afar, who then wrote the most beautiful story of me ever for @carmelmagazine, before becoming a #carmelwritingretreat participant and a dear friend.

I know it looks easy, y’all—the highlight reel. But like everyone else, I dream big dreams and then doubt them. I mean, me? Really? How? A million things get in the way and make things HARD. But I’m grateful I kept moving forward despite my fears, interruptions, and sleep deprivation. Despite countless “Are you kidding me, Universe?” life moments (horses, dogs, family, career, world events...), I did my best to keep my sense of humor and gratitude at the forefront. The @laplayaca, @ilfornaiocarmel, and @dinamruiz made that infinitely easier. As long as whatever I want feels more exciting than terrible, I’m in. I may need naps, downtime, and caffeine, but I`m ON IT. I like that about myself. I bet you like that about yourself, too, ya?

Thank you for taking this journey with me if you’re still reading. You`re so lovely. Write on! xo

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