If there’s one thing the last six years have taught me, it’s this: sometimes you know when it’s time to move on.

I’ve worked as a DSP (direct support professional) for what feels like forever, and while the work has meaning, it’s also been heavy. My therapist recently said, “Most people don’t stay in this job long,” and honestly, she’s right. The burnout is real. After years of pouring myself into this field, I know it’s time for a change.

And I’m finally taking the leap.

This space — my blog — is where I’m sharing the journey of building something new. I’m in the middle of job applications (because let’s be real, bills don’t stop), but my long-term focus is bigger:
✨ Growing my own AI automation business
✨ Creating systems that actually help small businesses & contractors run smoother
✨ Building a personal brand that connects with people who care about both work and life

But it’s not just about work.

I’ve also set a huge running goal: in nine months, I’ll be racing the Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon in Duluth — chasing a time fast enough to be considered pro-level. Running has become my reset button, my teacher in discipline, and the way I test what’s possible.

So, what’s coming here?

• AI & Automation: lessons, builds, and tools I’m learning along the way
• Running Journey: training updates, race recaps, mental strategies
• Lifestyle & Mindset: routines, career pivots, and honest reflections
• Favorites & Tools: running gear, productivity hacks, and things I actually use (yes, I’ll share Amazon links)

I want this blog to be real — the messy, exciting, scary, motivating parts of starting over.

If you’re also in a season of change, I hope my story helps you feel less alone. And if you’re just curious about AI, running, or what it looks like to reinvent your life… welcome.

This is the starting line. Let’s see where it goes.