One Year, So Many Milestones: A Personal Reflection

One Year, So Many Milestones: A Personal Reflection

Last month was a big one for me.

It marked one year of investing in myself, and let me tell you—it’s been a wild, beautiful, soul-expanding ride. On top of that, I turned 34. And with each passing year, I feel myself getting stronger, wiser, and more in tune with who I really am.

Since that birthday?

Whew.

I’ve learned so much.

I’ve set boundaries I didn’t know I needed.

I’ve cut way more people off than I ever expected to. Not out of spite—but out of love for myself. Because energy is sacred, and I’ve learned not everyone deserves access to mine.

This April is full of emotion, memories, and milestones.

Let’s start with our fur baby—Puurrcy, our magical kitty, turns 3 years old on April 11th. He’s a part of the family in every sense, and if you’ve met him, you know…he’s got a whole personality of his own.

Then there's our little light beam, Serenity, turning 3 on April 25th. It feels like she was just born yesterday, and yet she’s already filled our home with so much laughter, curiosity, and wild toddler energy.

And right in the middle of all that?

Our 1-year wedding anniversary on April 24th.

We met online, of all places—our love story literally magicked its way into my life. What’s even crazier? He lived in the same tiny town I used to call home. It’s like the universe was stitching us together from the start.

Our first year of marriage?

Eventful doesn’t even begin to cover it.

From family drama, friend betrayals, to neighbors showing their true colors, we’ve been through it. But guess what? We’re still standing, stronger and more solid than ever. We built our foundation on faith, fire, and honesty—and it’s holding.

This month also brings reflection.

April 3rd marked 4 years since I walked away from a toxic situation that nearly broke me.

And no, I haven’t forgotten. I never will.

Because somewhere in that pain, I found power.

I still have the ring Grandma Sue gave me—the one she said would protect me and remind me to never go back to that toxic sh*t.

An elephant never forgets.

And speaking of grandmas, April 19th will mark one year since my paternal grandma passed. Her presence is missed deeply. But I carry her wisdom in everything I do—especially the way I love, the way I protect, and the way I heal.

So here’s to the growth, the grief, the magic, and the milestones.

Life is messy, loud, beautiful, painful, and full of moments that shape us.

I’m proud of every tear, every boundary, every “no,” and every brave “yes.”

Thanks for being part of my journey.

Whether you’re here for the herbs, the healing, or the realness—I’m grateful you’re here.

And if no one’s told you today:

You are allowed to grow. You are allowed to protect your peace.

And you are allowed to let go of anything that doesn’t water your soul.

Love,

Bri

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