All About Me

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Here I am!

Hey! So happy you're here checking out my little corner of the internet!

I've got three kiddos and let me tell you, life has been a wild ride. It's been full of surprises and unexpected detours. On this blog, I spill all the details about my adventures in being a mom, figuring out my career, and my never-ending passion for telling stories.

So, my adventure into motherhood started off with a pretty straightforward goal: to raise three little humans without losing my mind. Sounds simple, right? Well, let me tell you, it's anything but! But every parent out there knows that the rollercoaster of emotions that come with being a mum or dad is impossible to put into words. My kids have been my ultimate adventure, my greatest reason to drink, and my constant wellspring of motivation.

So, before I became a mum, I kind of explored different careers. I played around with the beauty industry, doing makeup and even gave retail a shot. These gigs weren't just jobs to me; they were things that I was really into and they sparked my curiosity. I'm a firm believer in pursuing your interests and embracing whatever makes you happy in the moment.

I have to admit, I'm more of a fixater than an obsessor. When something catches my attention, I dive right in and give it my all until the next curiosity comes along. This ever-changing journey has taught me that it's okay to change direction, reinvent yourself, and embrace new experiences.

Throughout my life, amidst all the career changes and parenting adventures, one thing has remained constant: my love for writing. I've always had a knack for sharing real-life stories, with a sprinkle of humor and the awkwardness that comes with everyday situations. I'm not one for fancy creative narratives; I find beauty in the reality of our lives.

So, here's the thing. Once I had kids, I ended up doing all this boring admin stuff for my husband. Trust me, it was as dull and unfulfilling as it sounds. I desperately wanted something that would ignite a spark in me, you know? A real passion that I could actually turn into a career. But here's the million-dollar question: how on earth does one go about finding that passion? And more importantly, how do you make it a reality?

So here I am again, standing at a familiar crossroads, craving for something more. And you know what? I always end up going back to writing. But this time, I've made up my mind not to let Imposter Syndrome get the best of me. I'm going for it, hitting that "publish" button, embracing the unknown, and putting my thoughts out there for everyone to see. Because honestly, life is just too short to let self-doubt kill your creativity.

If you're a new mum, someone who's tried out different careers, love reading about real-life situations and you like to have fun in life, then you've come to the right place. If you enjoy traveling, adding things to your online shopping cart without actually buying them, playing around on Canva, and your cooking skills are a bit hit or miss, then this blog is the perfect spot for you.

Come along with me as I tackle the crazy adventure called life, sharing stories along the way. It's not always neat and tidy, but that's what makes it authentic and wonderfully flawed.

Welcome to my world of unscripted living!

Kisses From Dee

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