A lifestyle blog.

And author website.
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Hi, I´m Joey

It’s my hope that this website, which I founded in 2009, will become a regular source of inspiration, encouragement and comfort for you. We’re old friends here, and I’ve got stories to tell (and things to share). So grab a cuppa (or a glass) and stay a while.

While blogging is how I started my out-loud writing career, my debut novel, Yeah, maybe was released in 2014 and became an amazon bestseller. See more novels from me under “books.” 

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What do you want? The secret to finding clarity

What do you want? The secret to finding clarity

“I don’t know what I want.” How many of you have said this to yourself at least once in the past six weeks? Maybe you’re unsure about which direction to take your career. Or maybe you’re considering leaving your job and starting your own company. Things might feel...

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I’m in Love!  Julep Flora + Maven info!

I’m in Love! Julep Flora + Maven info!

Okay, friends.  I finally did it.  I don't know how it took me so long to get into this whole thing, but Julep is now my jam.  I mean, it makes sense, right?  I got this box for free.  All I paid was the $2.99 shipping.  To give you some context, a single Julep polish...

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Stuff & Things 4/23

Stuff & Things 4/23

>> We're puppy sitting for our neighbor.  I get this text from the hubs midday on Wednesday... The stuff that man remembers.  Seriously.  I don't think I know any of the muppet's names except for kermit.  Okay, and miss piggy.  And animal.  But I think that's...

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I’m In Trouble…

I’m In Trouble…

If you follow me on instagram, then you know Publix just opened literally right behind my apartment.  The thing is, there's a light rail between us.  Which means I have to walk around to get there.  Even still, it's only about a 10 minute walk.  (I hear they're planning to...

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On Marriage & The Tough Stuff

On Marriage & The Tough Stuff

On Friday, I got to hang out with Kristina and Meghan.  Meghan was in town for an event with her husband, and we got to steal her for a bit to hit the food truck rodeo that takes place every Friday a short walk from my place. After Kristina left, Meghan and I walked back to my place together....

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HI, I'M JOEY

 Mama, indie author, wife, believer and friend.

My only hope is that while you’re here, you feel a sense of belonging, comfort and empowerment. Because life is too short to live it worried you’re not good enough.

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YOU SHOULD READ MY BOOKS

For the deep feeler, the over-thinker & the one who’s trying to figure out where they fit.

I write for the ones who feel like they’re too much and not enough all at the same time. For the ones navigating big questions about identity, self-worth, relationships, and those in-between life moments no one really prepares you for.

My stories offer a mix of comfort and catharsis—like a late-night journal entry or a favorite nostalgic playlist. If you love Taylor Swift lyrics, soft heartbreak, and hopeful endings, you just might find a piece of yourself in these pages.