A lifestyle blog.

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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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Don’t Make Me Regret This

Don’t Make Me Regret This

So I'm just going to say it. Out loud (or through a computer screen, whatever). This post is going to be long, tough, and uncomfortable. But the truth is, I've been hesitant to share certain things in the spirit of staying diplomatic. But Brene Brown offers a great...

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Stuff & Things A Day Late

Stuff & Things A Day Late

1.  We had to shave Campbell.  I can't get over his tail.  He went to rub on Bailey's face the other day.  She backed away from him as if she was saying don't rub on me you mutant.  I still think he's handsome, but then again I don't think people with ugly babies realize...

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One Word: Epic.

One Word: Epic.

It might be Thursday, but I'm still catching my breath from this weekend. This is a long one, but I promise it's worth it if you stick around til the end. You all remember my friend Amber, right?  The one with the heart of gold who loved me when I wasn't very lovable?  Well, our roles...

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Birthday Mani!

Birthday Mani!

What else screams BIRTHDAY like rainbows and glitter? Yeah, nothing.  That's what! Today isn't my birthday. But Sunday is! And you know I won't be hangin' around these parts over the weekend! Sonya Kashuk: Jammin' Finger Paints: Paper Mache Kiss Silver striper  Pure Ice Beware SK Jammin,...

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An Invasion. A Birthday. And A Move.

An Invasion. A Birthday. And A Move.

>> Our whole house is hardwoods.  Which means with this stupid boot on, I sound like Peg Leg Steve.  J has started referring to me as booty.  The other night when I walked into the living room he goes booty booty booty booty walkin' everywhere.   Yeah. >>Wednesday...

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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.