“Blooming from Brokenness: One Woman’s Rise from Despair to Divine Purpose”

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Audiobooks Have Been a Game-Changer for Me

I came late to the joys of audiobooks . I LOVE words, and reading plays a big part in my life. However, the challenges of juggling family, work, finding time for my passions, writing and gardening, learning new things, such as Spanish , and finding time to read and write reviews about the books I read, became a chore. I had so little time or energy left to enjoy anything. Needing to savor new books, I decided to give audiobooks a try. My first was Valerie Burton ’s Successful Women Think Differently: 9 Habits to Make You Happier, Healthier, and More Resilien t . This is played on repeat, and I enjoyed the audiobook so much, I bought a physical copy, read it and then gifted it to a niece. I am now a big fan of Ms Burton. I have since purchased some of her other audiobooks. I can now “Read” While I am Doing Life Audiobooks fit seamlessly into my life. I listen to a book while commuting, cooking, cleaning, exercising, gardening, or getting ready to go somewhe...

The Promise of a New Week: Discovering the Possibilities for Growth and Change

The start of a new week is a beautiful thing – a new start is always powerful. A new week is like opening the first page of a blank notebook, the unfurling of a new flower – refreshing and filled with promises. This blank sheet is waiting on your words, your ideas, your dreams. With a new week comes the opportunity to start anew. Even if you have unfinished projects from the week before, you can now revamp and start anew with fresh eyes. This week is not just another Monday. It’s an opportunity to reset, refocus, and remind yourself that every single day presents new opportunities. Growth and development, the beginning of a new milestone, begin as soon as you open your eyes on this brand-new day and week. Like so many people, once I started working somewhere along the line, Mondays began to be my least favorite day. Yet, when I was a student, I loved Mondays because I meant going to school, learning and seeing my friends. But as the initial excitement of working died,...

How to Find Affiliate Links That Actually Work for You

If you’ve ever clicked a link in a blog post or social media recommendation that led you to something helpful—or sparked an aha! moment—there’s a good chance it was an affiliate link. But for writers, creators, and entrepreneurs, affiliate links can also be more than helpful—they can become a meaningful income stream that feels aligned with your message. Let’s make them sparkle. I have signed up for more affiliate links/partnerships than I can remember, but never really had the time – or so I keep saying in finding excuses- but not anymore. Passive income is a real thing and can help build a nest egg. So, if you are ready to really start working those affiliate links, let's go on this journey together. 1. Start with Authenticity Your affiliate links should feel like friendly recommendations, not pitches. Ask yourself: What do I already use and love? What would I genuinely tell a friend to use? When your recommendations are real, your audience tru...

This Is the Rebuild: The Bloom is Unfolding, One Petal at a Time

Welcome to Blooming from Brokenness . I’m a Jamaican woman rising, one word, one prayer, one page at a time. This blog is my sacred space. A place where I will pour out the truth of my journey: From deep pain to deeper purpose From debt to financial freedom From the hidden corners of my soul to the vibrant beauty of my island life I’m a writer, a mother, a wife, and a woman who refuses to give up. Through faith, fire, and fierce determination, I’m rebuilding my life — spiritually, emotionally, creatively, and financially. Here, you’ll find: My stories as a Caribbean writer Photo collections of Jamaican landscapes, beautiful sunrises, and sunsets My journey to becoming debt-free and financially whole Writing & editing services for creatives and storytellers Devotionals, reflections, and truth in the tension This is more than a blog. It’s a bloom. A declaration that broken doesn’t mean buried. That even shattered seeds can rise — watered by grace, bath...

Watching from the Sidelines - Others Succeeding, Why Aren't You

Have you ever stopped to wonder why it is that some people who started from the same place as you seem to have grown and achieve so much more than you did. I know I have and it took me a while to figure out the difference between their success and my lack of success. Three things stood out after I evaluated the situation. You want to know what they are? Let’s look: 1. Consistency: They were consistent and even when they failed, they kept going. I know a few people in the finance space who are now known and respected globally. They started from the same place I did, but they kept at it even when the going was slow. They kept at it even when others told them it wasn’t going to work. Consistency was key…. One drip at a time. 2 . Firm Believe in Self: Having support when building a business is important, but to begin, you must believe in yourself and know that you can! You are not wha...

Grieving for the Life I Think I Could Have Had Some days, I can’t believe I have lived way more than I have left to live, and I am sad. I am sad for not having done more with this life, but I am happy to be alive. I have this feeling of regret at the things I wanted to do but didn’t do. I wanted to travel the world. I traveled a little bit, and I enjoyed visiting Panama and Florida. I hold onto the taste of those experiences with joy. Paris, London, Scotland, and Africa are still calling, but is it too late? I wanted to study law because I was intrigued by the subject's nuances. I found that this wasn’t a passing fancy when I studied criminal and contract law. I loved it and wanted to go on, but a little worm in my ear says it’s too late. But is it ever too late to study and learn new things? I grieve because I made so many decisions that I knew were wrong because I love making others happy, even to my detriment. I grieve for the amazing travels I could an...