The Caffeinated Advocate

01/04/2026

As we step into 2026, I’ve been reflecting deeply on what I want this year to feel like — for me, and for the communities I am so lucky to serve through my business supporting neurodivergent and disability communities, through my full-time work doing such, and in my hometown (not to mention my dear ones who also require a lot of my time).

I tried to think of a word, and I could not select ONE. It just wasn't possible, and didn't suit where I am today.

But the word(s) that keep returning are these:

✨ Rooted Growth
💛 Lead With Heart
🤍 Belonging, Built Intentionally

This year, I’m committed to remembering my roots as I grow and serve — staying grounded in values, people, and purpose. To leading softly, intentionally, and with heart — knowing that gentleness is not weakness, but true power. And to continuing the work of building spaces where people truly feel seen, safe, and valued.

Growth doesn’t have to be loud to be meaningful.
Leadership doesn’t have to be hard to be strong.
Belonging doesn’t happen by accident — it’s something we choose to create, together. I can't do it alone, but I can be an active participant.

Here’s to a year of becoming — together. 🌿

And if you haven't checked out my revamped website, you should. It truly speaks to who I am today and how my offerings can create immense positive change.

01/03/2026

01/02/2026

✨ Softly reopening for 2026 ✨

I help caregivers, self-advocates, and organizations turn lived experience into clear strategy, meaningful storytelling, and real-world solutions across neurodiversity and disability spaces.

With nearly 25 years of personal and professional experience supporting individuals, families, schools, and communities, I bring heart and strategy together—bridging gaps, cultivating belonging, and helping people move from overwhelm to clarity.

This season looks a little different for me. Between caregiving, work, and life, I’m choosing a gentle, intentional beginning—showing up thoughtfully, sustainably, and with purpose.

Welcome to the soft reopening of ...

☕️ The Caffeinated Advocate ☕️

Let this next era begin… slowly, honestly, and with heart.

💛

12/30/2025

Caregiving doesn’t always look heroic.
Sometimes it looks like surviving the day.

That still counts. 🫶

12/29/2025

(For my hometown ladies!)

Women of White Oak exists to create connection, belonging, and shared leadership among women in our community. This is a space to build relationships, share ideas, support one another through different seasons of life, and collaborate in ways that strengthen White Oak — together, at a pace that feels welcoming and sustainable.

What this group will be:

~ A place for connection, conversation, and community
~ A space to share ideas, resources, and opportunities
~ An invitation to lead with others, not alone
~ Inclusive, supportive, and rooted in real life

What this group will not be:

~ Another obligation or pressure-filled commitment
~ A sales-focused networking group
~ Something one person is meant to carry alone
~ Leadership here is shared, participation is optional, and “not right now” is always okay. As we grow, gatherings, events, and opportunities will be shaped by the women in this group.

I am excited to grow this community ... together. Our first meeting is January 20th at Mission: Agape at 6pm! Link to RSVP coming soon. Want to join us? Request membership to Women of White Oak today. 💚

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to all of you — have the very best day, maybe with an extra cup of coffee?
☕️ ❤️💚

12/24/2025

Just showing up today, on this Christmas Eve. Thinking about caregivers, advocates, and the helpers who are holding a lot during this season. You’re not invisible here, and you're never alone. You all are on my heart.🎄

12/24/2025

I’ve been doing some quiet rebuilding behind the scenes—creating a space that better reflects my work, my values, and the communities I am so lucky to serve.

More on that, very soon. ☕💛

12/22/2025

Whatever and however you continue to celebrate this month, I wish you happiness, I wish you good health, and I wish for peace in your heart. Enjoy the magic of the season. ✨

All my love,
Your

12/14/2025

SpectroDolce has a Santa 🎅🏻 event today at the Monroeville store! The store is warm, cozy, and will be offering a festive ice cream 🍨 bar along with a craft an a chance to see the man of the season!

It's a beautiful snowy ☃ Sunday, and it's quite chilly ❄️ ... but inside of our Monroeville store, it's warm and toasty! 🔥

Join us today from 1pm-3pm for an ice cream bar 🍨 (with all kinds of festive 🎄toppings), a craft, AND a photo 📸with Santa 🎅 all for only 💲5️⃣!

Kids, bring your lists with you -- only 1️⃣1️⃣ days until Christmas! 🎁

12/13/2025

Don’t forget to give to yourself this holiday season, especially when you are pouring yourself into others. 🎄🎅🏻🎁

Have a virtual cup of , and an internet hug from me to you on this chilly December evening. If nothing else, please take a few deep, cleansing breaths. 😮‍💨

Art credit to: lucyclaireillustration 🫶🏻

Much love,
Your