My current role is that of vice president of fundraising for a local non profit. That did not happen overnight. I actually used to be someone’s assistant. Before that? I worked for a couple of different department stores that had uniforms that consisted of some really attractive smocks! I mean, how in the world are…
Author: Pamela Hawkes
To My First Love
I was eighteen years old when I found out I was pregnant with my daughter. I was in my freshman year at college and was smitten by her father. Our relationship was brand new when we heard the news. A baby. Wow. You can imagine the thoughts, fears, worries and long list of other emotions…
Being Scared in High Heels
Today I wore my power blazer and a great pair of red high heels. I am not going to lie, red is my color and I looked bad ass in this blazer and heels. Why this outfit? Because I was afraid. I heard once that you should dress the way you want to feel. All…
Daily Practices
I started a new practice around my birthday this year. It became apparent to me that I was not living my life in gratitude and taking many things, both big and small, for granted. Something had to give as I have so many things in my life that I am so thankful for. I decided…
Work Life Satisfaction- Feeding Edition!
Being a mama that works outside of the home full time, I often struggle with the energy or time to make meals for our family. Eating at home together as much as possible as a family is something that I really strive for. Though we are really busy, something I try to make possible as…
How Becoming a Morning Person Changed Me
A wise woman once told me, you need to start your day in offense instead of defense. Not being a sports fan, I had to actually Google the difference so I could understand what she meant by this. Then it hit me. Waking up at the same time as my kids really did start my…
Sundays Are My Favorite
There was a time in my life that I hated Sundays. They were the worst days of the week for me. It was my own dang fault though. I completed both my Undergrad and Graduate degree online, so you had to be pretty self disciplined to get all of your coursework done. I was working,…
It Takes a Village
I am a strong believer that it takes a village to raise a child. That village might look different for each of us. That village could be your blood relatives, your closest friends and your in-laws. Or maybe you don’t have siblings or in-laws, so your village includes your friends, the teachers and staff at…
How I Almost Ruined My Summer
Last summer I was fortunate to have the entire summer off because of my maternity leave with my third daughter. If I remember correctly, my oldest was wrapping up her last final on the day I delivered. I knew that having the opportunity to stay home with my three girls for an entire summer would…
I Fell in Love While on Vacation
It’s true, I fell in love while on vacation. Yes, you’re right, I am a married woman. Let me explain. My family and I recently visited a small island off of Maine that I had been to when I was a little girl. I remember my dad taking me to the beaches there and thinking…