Making Friends As a Grown Up Is Hard, Y'all

Let me share a little secret with you—I've been wandering through life's twists and turns, moving from city to city like a modern-day nomad. Seriously, just since Joshua and I got married in 2009 we have had 20 moves!! Some of those were moves in the same city, but still... that's a LOT of packing. All in all, we have lived in 2 different countries, 3 different states and 9 different cities. And let me tell you, making friends in each new place wasn't always a walk in the park—especially once I started working from home. The struggle was real, my friends.

But my experiences navigating the choppy waters of loneliness and isolation have led me to uncover some deep truths. So... what's a girl to do? I wrote a book!  In my book "Unnoticed. From Loneliness to Belonging: How to Make Friends As A Grown Up", I share personal anecdotes and hard-won insights that I hope will help you in your own journey, no matter where life takes you.

From the heartache of saying goodbye to old friends to the exhilaration of forging new bonds in unfamiliar territory, my journey has been a rollercoaster of emotions. But through it all, I've learned that true connection knows no bounds—it transcends distance, time zones, and even the walls of our own homes.

So if you're feeling a little adrift, longing for a sense of belonging and camaraderie, you're not alone. Together, we'll explore the transformative power of vulnerability, empathy, and self-awareness—the building blocks of authentic relationships that will anchor you and provide a foundation for real friendships to grow upon. 

Friendship is one of God's greatest gifts. From my life-long besties (hey! Joye and Summers!!) to friends who walked through specific seasons of life with me - like my friends Donna and Alison did when I was trying to have a baby - my life has been blessed by these friendships. Moving away is hard, but at each new stop in my journey, new friends have entered my life. It wasn't always easy - but it was always worth it. 

Where are you today? Are you feeling isolated? Are you longing for real friendships? Are you struggling to juggle work, family, motherhood - all the things - while trying to build and maintain meaningful relationships? 

If that sounds like you - come join me! Grab a cozy blanket, pour yourself a cup of tea (or coffee), and let's embark on this journey together. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a homebody at heart, "Unnoticed" is your roadmap to a life filled with love, laughter, and genuine connection.