Years ago, I thought I had it all figured out.

A successful career as a pharmaceutical representative, a loving family, and a path that seemed clear. But something changed when I discovered the hit television show "Fixer Upper" during my business travels. Each episode sparked something in me that went beyond just loving beautiful spaces—it was about the transformative power of creating environments that truly support us.

Life had its own plans for transformation when we welcomed twins, bringing us to three children under two. As I stepped away from my corporate career and dove into being a stay at home mom, I faced my own moment of truth: standing in my chaotic home, feeling completely overwhelmed, I realized my space was a mirror of my internal state. This wasn't just about organization or aesthetics—it was about creating room to breathe, to think, to be.

That's when I discovered the power of "quietude"—those precious moments of peace and clarity that can exist even in life's beautiful chaos. Through simplifying and intentionally designing our home, I found something profound: when our spaces support us, we can show up differently in our lives.

Now, through The Quietudes, I help other women discover these moments of calm in their own homes. It's not about perfection—it's about creating spaces that feel like a deep breath, where both the messy moments and the peaceful ones can coexist beautifully.