Nine Months of Love, Growth, and Gratefulness
Nine Months of Love, Growth, and Gratefulness
It’s been a beautiful season in my life — full of milestones, reflections, and deep, deep gratitude.
This week, my sweetheart and I celebrated nine months together. Nine months of laughter, late-night talks, growth, patience, and joy. I’ve never felt more connected to someone before. We truly get each other in a way that feels both effortless and deeply meaningful.
He motivates me to be better — not just for him, not just for us, but for me. I’ve never been prouder of any man. The way he shows up for himself, and for us as a unit, honestly takes my breath away. When I think back to the moment we first met, it still stuns me — who knew something so simple would lead to something so rare and real?
What we have wasn’t rushed or forced. It grew — slowly, intentionally, and organically. It’s a love that makes the world feel softer. I catch myself smiling at every love song, but one in particular brought me to tears: “I Am Yours” by Andy Grammer. Every lyric felt like it was written just for us.
With just a few months to go before we celebrate one year, I’m excited for what’s ahead. If the last nine months are any sign, the best is yet to come.
Community, Change, and Speaking Up
Outside of my personal world, I’m preparing to speak at a city council meeting this Thursday morning. The topic? BPS Transportation — and the urgent need for changes to ensure every student is transported to and from school safely.
This isn’t just another meeting to me. I care deeply about the well-being of our children, and I truly hope my words will make an impact. Even the smallest ripple can grow into a wave — and our students deserve better.
Progress, Not Perfection
Another personal milestone worth celebrating: my weight loss journey.
At my heaviest, I was 340 lbs — a weight that carried both physical and emotional heaviness. Today, I’m down to 288.5 lbs. That’s nearly 56 pounds lost in nine months.
This journey hasn’t been easy, but it’s been worth every step. There’s still work to be done, and I have more goals ahead — but I’m pausing to honor how far I’ve come. Progress over perfection, always.
Back-to-School & Seventh Grade Giggles
And just like that… I have an official 7th grader! I swear it was just yesterday I was packing his little backpack for preschool. Time really does fly.
Only 11 more days until the school year begins, and while I promise not to cry on the first day, my mama heart is definitely feeling it. No matter how tall he grows or how old he gets, he’ll always be my baby.
To lighten things up, I wrote a little humor poem called “Surviving Seventh Grade.” Because let’s be honest — middle school is a journey all its own.
Surviving Seventh Grade
Woke up late, my socks don’t match,
My hair’s a mess, my lunch won’t latch.
Backpack’s heavy, jeans too tight—
Yep, seventh grade starts off just right.
My schedule’s weird, the halls are long,
I walked in math... then sang a song?
(It was music class—oops, wrong door.)
I tripped, of course. My knees are still sore.
The teachers smile—but kinda stare
Like they already know I won’t stay in my chair.
And don’t get me started on locker math—
Open. Twist. Right-left... crash.
The lunchroom’s loud, the pizza’s cold,
Somehow I already feel too old.
But then—someone laughs at my dumb joke,
And just like that, I find my folk.
Seventh grade’s weird—but so am I.
And maybe that’s my reason why
I’ll show up, mess up, try again,
Make new memories, meet new friends.
So bring the chaos, awkward phase,
The growing pains, the braces days—
I’ll handle it with humor and pride.
Seventh grade’s wild... but I’m along for the ride.
Here’s to the Journey
These past few months have reminded me that life isn’t about having it all figured out — it’s about growing, loving, showing up, and laughing along the way.
Whether it’s a milestone in love, a change in routine, a new school year, or a healthier version of myself — I’m proud of it all. And I’m grateful for every step, stumble, and smile along the way.
Here’s to nine months of beautiful chaos — and to everything still ahead. 💛
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