I believe that the most powerful thing we can do for ourselves and for others is share our stories… 

This is my blog.

It is a space where I share my thoughts and my feelings.

It is about growth, healing, and the experiences that have shaped me. I write for myself and for anyone else that might identify with the journey I’m on. A journey to become better and stronger through the struggles that might otherwise take us out.

Some posts explore themes like healing, betrayal, purpose, and transformation. While these reflections are honest, they are not meant to identify, implicate, or harm any specific individual or institution. Any resemblance to real people or events is entirely unintentional or symbolic.

I share these stories to connect—not to call out. If something resonates, I hope it helps you feel less alone. If something feels familiar, I trust you’ll read with generosity, knowing that we’re all doing our best with what we carry.

  • “The Eyes of the World Are Upon You”

    “The Eyes of the World Are Upon You”

    It’s been a minute! These last few months have been full of transitions and celebrations in the Hofer house. We’ve been busy launching our youngest son from high school into adulthood—an adventure that has taken up most of the time I usually use to reflect and write. There are a lot of ideas bouncing around… Read more

  • The Unintentional Lessons of Motherhood

    The Unintentional Lessons of Motherhood

    Finding Strength in Struggles Does anyone ever feel adequately equipped to be a parent? I never have. And if you do, your kids will likely humble you at some point. You think parenting will get easier as your kids grow up, but I think it actually gets harder. Discipline gets harder. Communication gets harder. And… Read more

  • The Challenge of Letting Go

    The Challenge of Letting Go

    Embracing the Wisdom of “Let Them” In a world where it seems like we can’t agree on anything, one truth that I think is universally accepted is that nothing matters more than relationships. The poem “Let Them” by Cassie Phillips keeps showing up in my Facebook feed. Every time I see it, I read it.… Read more

  • Taking down the Christmas Tree

    Taking down the Christmas Tree

    I have a confession to make: today on May 2, 2024, I have taken down my Christmas tree. You might be gasping, but I’m giving myself a round of applause. Life is so weird, isn’t it? It’s filled with unexpected twists and turns, pushing us to face challenges we never anticipated. I never pictured myself… Read more

  • The Vulnerability Paradox

    The Vulnerability Paradox

    My pursuit of transparency has been expensive. It’s required me to stand up for things when no one stood with me. It’s required me to have hard conversations, read books, journal, go to counseling. I had to labor over forgiveness, work through anger, cry through hurt, expose shame. I WANT people to be able to see through me. So… Read more

  • My Favorite Books from 2023

    My Favorite Books from 2023

    I didn’t have QUITE as much reading time as I did last year, but I still managed to take in some absolutely awesome stories! The first five books on my list this year are also now on my all time favorite books list. So, without further ado, here are my favorites from 2023. Read more