Book, Bouncing Back and Plan B

At the start of this year, I began my book-writing journey, and what a journey it has been. Writing about something deeply personal, while sharing practical tips and strategies for facing crisis and growing through adversity, has been both challenging and cathartic. I’ve discovered that the initial writing process comes quite naturally when you’re speaking from the heart, but once your words land in the hands of others, that’s when the real work begins.

We often hear the phrase 'stay in your lane' - the idea of focussing on your own responsibilities and to not be swayed by what others are doing or saying. But the truth is, life isn’t that simple. As the saying goes, iron sharpens iron. We need one another’s insights and perspectives to refine what we do and become better in the process. It’s not about letting others dictate our path but about having the humility to listen and the wisdom to discern. When we bring together our unique gifts, experiences, and expertise, the result can be something truly beautiful. Still, sometimes that means our plans need to shift.

I had set my sights on becoming a published author in November 2025; it was proudly on my vision board, and I’d even started saying it out loud. Then came the unexpected hurdles, professional critiques, production timelines, and a dose of reality. For a couple of weeks, I’ll admit, I buried my head in the sand and sat with my disappointment. But I also took that time to pray, meditate, and regroup all while life continued to “life”!

Through it all, I’ve learned some valuable lessons:

The right things happen at the right time.

Sometimes delays aren’t detours; they’re divine timing. What feels like a setback can actually be space, space to refine, to grow, or to let something unfold that’s even better than you imagined. I’m learning to trust that timing isn’t a punishment; it’s preparation.

Trust the process.

It’s easy to trust when everything’s going to plan; much harder when it’s not. But every twist and turn in the journey has a purpose. When I stop resisting and start leaning in, I find clarity and calm in the uncertainty.

People genuinely want to help — if you let them.

I’ve always been someone who likes to get things done on my own, but this experience reminded me that community and collaboration are powerful. Allowing others to share their expertise, encouragement, and even critique has made the book (and me) stronger.

Play to your strengths and let others play to theirs.

We can’t be great at everything, and that’s okay. I’ve learned to stay in my creative lane and trust those around me to bring their own brilliance to the table. The result is always richer when everyone brings their best.

Flexibility is a gift.

Holding plans loosely doesn’t mean giving up on your dreams; it means staying open to how they might evolve. Sometimes Plan B isn’t second best; it’s the version that was meant all along.

With that in mind, I’m thrilled to share the cover of my forthcoming book:

Healing and Hopeful: Turn Setbacks into Stepping Stones — now due for publication in early 2026.

This book is for anyone walking through hardship — whether that’s illness, loss, or unexpected change. It’s my honest story, woven with wisdom, faith, and practical tools to help you navigate life’s storms with courage and clarity.

I can’t wait to share it with you!

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