Single and Satisfied?

Single and Satisfied?

Pull out the streamers! Toss the confetti! There’s a party going on. Shantel’s on the single train! Finally free. Have I always felt this liberated? Have I always been this joyous? Absolutely not. But now is a wonderful occasion and I‘ll share why. Not too long ago, I had been up crying. Crying and worrying [...]

It’s Time

I didn't even realize until today that I've been treating myself out lately. I've been hurt before and am still recovering from those who've taken advantage of my kindness and humility. But my leaf is turning and a new chapter has begun. No more tolerating people who try to control me. I have a voice [...]

Turning the Page

Turning the Page

Wow. I can't believe we're already at this point. 2016 is a day away. This year has been a whirlwind. Great surprises, deep dives, epic escalades and such. 2015 has been one of the most challenging, traumatic, amazing, risky, exciting years I have ever experienced. I have a lot of new memories in this year. [...]