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This is where stories come to life — through heartfelt conversations on the Breaking Joy podcast and the incredible moments I’ve captured with my amazing clients. From the connections that inspire us to the work that fuels my heart, this space is all about celebrating life’s raw beauty and genuine joy. Grab your favorite cozy spot, and let’s dive into the magic!
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Unraveling in 2023: Six Transformative Lessons That Changed My Life Forever Unraveling six profound lessons that unfolded during the difficult year of 2023. This episode is a candid journey through the intricate layers of grief, where I share deeply personal excerpts from my journal, offering a glimpse into the profound pain, anger, and faith that […]
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8 ways to advocate for your health In this episode, I dive into the importance of self-advocacy as it pertains to our health and well-being. I don’t know about you, but have you ever felt dismissed by a doctor or totally overlooked by a healthcare provider? I’m sharing personal stories and frustrations and highlighting the […]
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Sharing My Mom’s Eulogy Join me in this emotional episode as I reflect on the past year since saying goodbye to my sweet mumma. In the spirit of vulnerability, I share the heartfelt eulogy I wrote for her funeral—a tribute to her strength, laughter, and the lasting impact she had on our lives. Through tears […]
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Breaking Free from the Gratitude Mask Join me on the journey of unmasking from gratitude as we unpack the societal pressure of constant positivity and the struggles of wearing a ‘gratitude mask’ – we’ll be discussing how it affects our ‘wholeness’ and I’ll share tips on embracing authenticity, balancing gratitude with ‘all’ of our emotions, […]
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Healing After Betrayal: A Heart to Heart About Infidelity, Rebuilding Trust and Finding Forgiveness Join me in this raw and candid conversation with “Sally”, as we explore the depths of healing after marital betrayal. We uncover the complexities of infidelity, the challenge of rebuilding trust, and the remarkable path to forgiveness. Sally’s journey is a […]
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Grief and Grace: Connecting and supporting someone who has experienced profound loss Trigger warning: if you are in the acute trauma phase of grief and loss, please only listen if you feel your heart is in a space where it’ll feel safe listening to this Today we’re diving into a tender but important topic: how […]
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jessica + marc’s backyard rainbow wedding was a party to remember! the colorful day featured all the best things about this fun-loving couple and it was not lacking festive hues. their day was a joyous celebration of love and happiness that finally came together in such a magical way after waiting through the pandemic. the […]
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it was a joy to capture this sweet family… brooke also happens to be a photographer… it’s always an honor when another photographer trusts you to capture moments in their life!!! but can we also talk about those little sandy britches — that sweet boy gave me alll the heart eyes!
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sue ann + brian planned the most beautiful, intimate wedding ceremony at bodie island lighthouse which also happens to be the same location we captured their sweet surprise engagement! chase and i cherish getting to capture intimate weddings here on the outer banks and having the opportunity to spend time with our couples at some […]
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the beautiful Obici House in Suffolk, Virginia is where Lily and Zach got to say I do in front of their friends and family. It may have been 1000 degrees – there may have been a small rain shower… but that didn’t stop them from truly enjoying their day!! these are just the little things […]