"The beautiful chaos of a mother's heart"

Jessie Buckley's dedication to Mothers in her Oscar's 2026 acceptance speech "to the beautiful chaos of a Mother's heart" that struck me to the core.

This week my youngest child turns 13.

Why is this notable? Because this will be the first time in my children's lives that I am able to focus on them, fully. The first time since I was 6 weeks pregnant with my first child where I'm not stressing or worrying about how to be there for my corporate job and my family. Such a GIFT.

Was it about my bosses? Heck no. I have had some of the best bosses out there who encouraged me to be with my family. It was about me. I needed to do the work on me.

2026 is the year I do the work on me. I change the things I need to make my life the best for me and those around me.

Seaside, Florida 2026