Hello, I’m Mama – a muser, a storyteller, and an explorer of life’s extraordinary moments. While I’ve worn many hats – writer, homemaker, cancer survivor, mother – at heart, I’m someone who finds magic in the everyday and stories that connect us all.
How The Muse Found Me
Life has a peculiar way of surprising us. One moment, I was a college student studying journalism; the next, a mom of two searching for identity amidst the beautiful chaos of motherhood. Then came cancer, a challenge that would reshape my perspective entirely. But these unexpected turns didn’t just shape me – they awakened my muse.
What You’ll Find Here
My writing journey has evolved into four distinct but interconnected streams, each flowing from the same source: the desire to capture life’s meaningful moments and share them with fellow musers like you.
Legacy Stories
These are the tales that transcend time, like my extraordinary friendship with “Pop” Jones, whom I met when he was 106 years old. His story changed me, deepening my appreciation for the wisdom our elders carry. Legacy stories remind us that every life leaves an indelible mark, waiting to be discovered and shared.
Finding Extraordinary
Sometimes the most remarkable stories hide in plain sight. From my early days of ending every piece with a question to finding my authentic voice through cancer and motherhood, I’ve learned that extraordinary moments often disguise themselves as ordinary days. Here, we explore those discoveries together.
Legend Making
Not all legends wear capes – some wear basketball jerseys, others wear aprons, and some carry briefcases. From writing about icons like Kobe Bryant to celebrating everyday heroes in our communities, these stories remind us that legends live among us, inspiring future generations.
Life Transitions
Change is life’s only constant. Whether it’s sending a child to college, facing a health challenge, or finding new purpose, these stories chronicle the moments that transform us. Through sharing these transitions, we find strength in our shared experiences and hope in our collective resilience.
Why I Write
My writing style has evolved from those early days of three-in-one muses to something more focused yet equally heartfelt. Cancer taught me to be concise, motherhood taught me to be authentic, and you – my readers – taught me the power of genuine connection.
I no longer search for the muse; I’ve learned that stories find us when we’re ready to tell them. Sometimes they come from a photo shoot with my dad, other times from a parade I chose to watch from the sidelines. Each story, whether it’s about triumph or struggle, connects us in ways that remind us we’re never alone on this journey.
The Muser’s Community
This blog has become more than just my space – it’s our gathering place. Here, we are:
- Storytellers carrying torches of hope through life’s peaks and valleys
- Truth-seekers finding meaning in life’s ordinary moments
- Memory-keepers preserving the stories that shape our world
- Soul-sharers creating connections that transcend time and space
Above all, we’re people who believe in the power of shared stories to heal, inspire, and unite. When our souls connect through these stories, we create our own parade – one where everyone’s invited to join in.
Join Me
Whether you’re here to find inspiration, share your story, or simply connect with fellow musers, you’re in the right place. Every Sunday, I share a new muse, because that’s when we all need a moment to reflect, connect, and find meaning in our shared experiences.
Let’s muse through life together.
Love,
Mama
Are you a Muser? You might be if you:
- Find inspiration in both yesterday’s memories and tomorrow’s dreams
- Believe in the power of authentic connection
- See strength in life’s challenges
- Cherish stories of love, family, and community
- Seek meaning in every conversation
No matter where life takes us, we musers keep our hearts open to the stories waiting to be told. Because sometimes, the most powerful stories are the ones we live every day.