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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From workaholic entrepreneur to boundary boss

From workaholic entrepreneur to boundary boss

Finally, the dream was going to become the reality. I’d been working quietly behind the scenes for months. And the day after I worked the final day of my notice, I hopped a plane to NYC to celebrate my 30th birthday with my husband. To a new stage of life, we toasted....

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Why My Marriage Is Untraditional…

Why My Marriage Is Untraditional…

...and I'm okay with it. via Every little girl dreams about finding love and getting married.  I was no exception.  But the traditional marriage when the man comes home promptly at 6pm to find a wife in her apron setting dinner on the table doesn't exist here. A football wife will tell...

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Bikini Too Teeny…or something like that

Bikini Too Teeny…or something like that

 (also used: Essie-Set in Stones & Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear in White Out) Essie Bikini so Teeny: I have a love hate relationship with this polish.  I've had it forever.  And every time I've gone to wear it, I end up totally frustrated and give up.  This is probably the...

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Some Heavy Stuff & Some Silly Things 9/4

She's imperfect but she tries. She is good but she lies. She is hard on herself. She is broken but won't ask for help. She is messy but she's kind She is lonely most of the time. sara bareilles: she used to be mine ++ My head is a messy place right now.  We've reached the point in the season...

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August 2014 Favorites!

August 2014 Favorites!

Holy Freaking Cow. It's September. ::fires glitter cannon:: Let's get into my monthly favorites, shall we? 1. Wet 'n Wild Mega Length Mascara Okay.  This is a weird favorite.  And not one I ever saw myself including.  I have small eyes with oily lids and stubby lashes....

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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.