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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Spring Cleaning: Decluttering your Mental Space

Spring Cleaning: Decluttering your Mental Space

Spring has finally sprung here in Charlotte which means lots of pollen, sunshine, and an overwhelming sense of awakening. Is it just me, or does anyone else feel like they spend the first few weeks of spring shedding layers both literally and figuratively? Spring...

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It’s going down…

It’s going down…

Hi friends! Gather round. Grab a mug of hot chocolate. It's story time with Joey. Sunday morning, I grabbed the dog and drove the hour to Raleigh.  My parents have had a lot going on lately, so I thought I'd do something nice and put up their Christmas tree.  I realize some of you may be...

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Christmas On A Budget!

Christmas On A Budget!

I can't believe it, but Christmas is JUST around the corner!  Since my husband has spoiled me over the last year with an iPad and a new computer, I don't have any big ticket items on my wish list this year. That can sometimes prove harder to shop for.  So if you are in need of...

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Selfie Sunday

Selfie Sunday

They tell us from the time we're young to hide the things we don't like about ourselves inside ourselves I know I'm not the only one who's spent so long attempting to be someone else Well. I'm over it. -Mary Lambert Isn't that the truth, though?  I used to hate the fact that I looked...

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Doodle Heart + Some Favorites!

Doodle Heart + Some Favorites!

Watch the tutorial HERE! My evening writing session.  It's honestly my favorite part of each day.  The other night I introduced wine to the party.  It's working out well. Favorite Snack: pretzels dipped in ranch.  Don't judge me for my weirdness. I need to rework my running...

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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

If you’re into the kind of books that suck you in, make you fall in love with the characters and root for the underdog, then you’ll probably love these stories.