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The dictionary defines "Sally" as
- a witty or lively remark.

synonyms: witticism, quip,pleasantry, barb (don't know her), wisecrack, comeback....

…so I’ll just go with that.

Well, here’s the thing. I’m a numbers gal and a wee bit social media adverse too. So why am I sharing words and personal theories with you? Because above all, I am empathetic, I am passionate, and whole heartedly believe in THE POWER OF PERSPECTIVE.

I feel compelled to convey personal insights from my “been there, done that” experiences. I feel compelled to help and apply the theory of strength in numbers; you are not alone. Okay, so I tend to be wordy and generally live for a laugh, and this was an ideal platform for that too!

My story leading up to this point is a classic tale. I have always been an achiever and goal oriented individual. Upon graduating with a mathematics degree (so now you can forgive any grammar errors) and establishing a career in database analytics, I married my school sweetheart. My career took off and I was climbing a quick ladder to success. But after our first child was born I slowed things down and opted to work part-time, to ensure I could be a fully engaged Mom too; the most prominent, challenging and wonderful role of my life.

Before our second daughter was born, we bought an old house in a neighbourhood we adored and spent years renovating. With a husband in the construction industry, and my Italian heritage, home renovations were as certain as taxes for me.

When my world blew up so to speak, with marriage breakdown followed by my corporate division closing down, I decided to revisit who I was and more importantly who I wanted to be.

Now I find myself here on a new journey, to provide support and smiles to those who find themselves in a funk; specifically, women dealing with major life changes I can relate to. I want to hug every single one of them, crack an inappropriate joke, to crack an oh so necessary smile.

I still reside in that home with my two gorgeous girls, matching cool sneakers and the new man of the house – Eddy, our dog. After my separation I remodelled the kitchen and dining room to make it my own. Some women would have repainted. I gutted the entire main floor. Yeah, subtle is not my thing 😉

I have heard the words “you should write a book or share your thoughts”, more than once in my life.

So here goes!

Hugs,

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I have been thinking a lot about the phrase “You should know better.”  I am trying to remember why it triggered something in me, something

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Dance Mom Gone Wild – I said “STOP THE CLOCK” !

February 10, 2019

We hear the stories, we hear the comments, heck we see the headlines; parents who push competitive spirit beyond the limits of sportsmanship.  Competition never

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  • Halloween or not, Eddy has all the feels of a very rainy and dreary day. Until you realize that you will likely have a a surplus of leftover candy this year 👻🌧🍫😋 #happyhalloween #halloweendogs #rainyday #superdogdowntime #trickortreat #moretreatsforme #ruffday
  • I YAM also just a girl, standing in front of a boy...this takes “cutting out carbs” to a whole new level 😉  Sarcasm aside, all relationships should lead to matching cheesy quote t-shirts! Come on, YAM I right? Okay I’ll stop now. #procarbs #thisisreallove #divorce #divorcesupport #singlemom #breakup #iyam #divorcerecovery #carbsforlife #sarcasticmom #sarcasm  #funnymummy #readwritelaugh #theyouafter #lovemeasweetpotato #divorcediaries
  • A big thank you to Zeina ❤️ @trusteddivorce for this lovely post about my divorce journal. She is a Divorce Filing Expert & Mediator and we connected here. I am thrilled to have her comment on this tool and appreciate the shout out! While I created this book as a way to support other women going through this heck of a transition, people like Zeina dedicate their life to that, and bring the added comfort along the way.  Thank you again for sharing ❤️ 🤗 #divorce #divorcesupport #divorcedmom #womenhelpingwomen #womensupportingwomen #breakup #journaltherapy #theyouafter #mediation
  • This is us. That's Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Legally separated (finally) and with our kids trying to experience a piece of history together, as a "family", our family. Knowing how much I love watching the Raptors play with our girls he managed to get an extra ticket for me. I was shocked but he said he knows how much I do and wanted to show his appreciation to me as a mother. Our girls loved that moment with both of us. It's not always easy being co-parents, and resentment manages to creep in constantly within a marriage let alone outside. But being a parent is a bigger role. So with that in mind, I share this to all the "broken" families - If your kids have an engaged Father, at whatever level, be grateful and let your kids celebrate that very important relationship they need. You see the marriage is broken, but like that pic shows, the family, especially during lows and highs!, does not have to be. Happy Father's Day to EVERY Dad. #happyfathersday #divorcedparents #raptorsnation #parentfirst #divorce #singlemom #nbafinals #powerofsport #torontoraptorsfans #fansfirst #raptorsfamily #fathersday #notbrokenjustbent #kidsfirst #kidsthrive #newnormal
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