Life as a business owner, mom, and wife is a constant balancing act. Some days it feels like a well-choreographed dance, other days it feels more like juggling fire while walking on a tightrope. But what I’ve come to realize is that in both seasons the calm and the chaotic we have the opportunity to build resilience, vision, and purpose.
This past week has been a whirlwind for our family. Our oldest daughter just moved to Germany to be an Au Pair for a year. Saying goodbye was emotional, but we are so proud of her courage and excited for the adventures she’ll experience in Europe. At the same time, our younger daughter has started grade 7, jumping straight into volleyball tryouts and snowboarding training. Our son, now in grade 11, is driving, exploring hockey again soon, and beginning to navigate that beautiful stage of discovering who he is and who he wants to become.
At home, life hasn’t slowed down. My husband had surgery on his torn bicep just days ago, so he’s now home recovering. And as if that wasn’t enough, our washer broke leaving me staring at mountains of laundry. This week I found myself loading baskets into the car, heading to the laundromat, and folding until late at night. It felt overwhelming in the moment, but as I put away the last load, I reminded myself: this is life. These small challenges teach us patience, persistence, and perspective.
In the middle of it all, I hold tight to my vision. I’ve made a promise to myself to keep moving forward whether that’s lifting one weight, taking one walk, or making one better choice each day. I believe that growth happens step by step, and when I focus on progress instead of perfection, I find peace in the process.
I’ve also learned the importance of filling my own cup. I love downtime, whether that’s thrifting alone for a few hours or curling up on the couch with my husband and daughter to watch a show. These little pockets of rest give me space to reflect, recharge, and show up stronger for my family and my business.
Parenting, like marriage, is an investment you get out of it what you put in. As we raise our kids, we’re not just managing their day-to-day; we’re building a legacy. With one child across the world and the others growing into their own independence, I see how essential it is to release control and instead focus on guiding, supporting, and cheering them on as they spread their wings.
And here’s what I want to leave you with: balance doesn’t mean everything is equal it means you are grounded in your vision no matter what life throws your way. For me, that vision is growth for myself, my family, my marriage, my business, and my clients.
So, take this as your reminder: create a vision that excites you. Focus on small steps that lead to big change. Celebrate both the chaos and the calm. And remember, you’re not just surviving you’re building something beautiful.
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