Soaking Up the Slow: My Q2 Reflections & Q3 Intentions

Happy Summer, friend.

Have you ever had a season that moved so slowly, but in all the right ways? That was Spring for me. It wasn’t a sprint nor a stumble. It was just a soft, sacred stroll. The kind where the sun takes its time, the to-do lists feel less frantic, and your heart finally catches up with your goals.

I spent the last three months really endeavoring to walk in rhythm with my life. Not the calendar. Not the culture. Not the algorithm. Just me and the steady unfolding of what’s next. Or as my therapist likes to say, “embracing myself as a human being and not a human doing.”

And somehow, it’s been one of the richest seasons yet.

Q2: A Gentle Deepening

At the start of the season, I said I wanted to move with intention, not urgency. And I did. Mostly. I didn’t knock everything off my (very ambitious) list, but I stayed honest with myself. I chose clarity over chaos. I let go of hustle culture. I embraced the slow build. And when I look back at the last three months, I see real progress. It’s not always shiny, but it’s usually deeply meaningful.

I launched the free brand clarity guide for NewVision Creative Co. It wasn’t flashy or viral, but it was useful, and it marked a turning point in which my business began to breathe with more confidence. I served my first beta clients, and their feedback gave me clarity about what works, what needs refining, and what lights me up. I didn’t just talk about helping coaches and creatives. I actually did it! And it felt good to work with people I respect, people who see the value in thoughtful branding, and not just pretty logos.

Financially, I kept my promises to myself. I automated savings, tracked spending, and stopped floating. I didn’t hit every number goal, but I did make peace with money in a new and grounded way. I planned ahead for summer trips, celebrations, and seasonal expenses. The numbers still aren’t exactly where I want them to be, but they’re working and making progress.

Spiritually, I consistently made time for solitude. Those moments walking slowly on my lunch break, praying in the shower, journaling before bed reminded me that God is always speaking. I just have to be still enough to hear. That rhythm kept me anchored through busy weeks and emotional moments.

And there were so many emotional moments. Watching Ava graduate from 5th grade as co-valedictorian made me cry, as everyone expected. She was full of humility and gratitude. Sure of herself. And so deserving. It reminded me why I work so hard, and why I believe in slow, steady guidance over pressure. She’s thriving. And I’m so proud.

At home, we celebrated one full year of marriage. A whole year of navigating life with my husband, building a rhythm, blending our ways, and keeping each other steady through all of life’s curveballs. It’s not perfect. But it’s full of intention, care, and humor. And most days, that’s more than enough.

And then there’s the whisper I tried not to say out loud too much: baby number two. I started taking better care of myself. I endeavored to get more sleep, more water, and fewer sugary snacks. I started tracking my cycle and paying attention to how I feel. I don’t have a timeline or a plan. But I’m listening. And I’m hopeful.

I also outlined my next book. It’s about healing and dating after divorce. About the messy, hopeful, holy road back to yourself, and what it means to love again with intention. It’s still in the early stages, but the bones are there. And I’m getting really excited about it!

So, did Q2 go as I planned? In spirit, yes. I wanted to move slowly, clarify my next steps, and nourish the things that matter. And I did. Even if it didn’t look exactly how I imagined.

I’ve said this before, but I’m learning it more deeply now: you don’t have to bloom loud. You just have to bloom honest. And Spring let me do exactly that.

Q3: Rhythm Over Rush

And now, Summer.

She arrived loud, like she always does, with sunshine and sweat and camp schedules that make no sense. But this year, I’m not rushing to match her volume. I’m choosing rhythm over reaction. Alignment over activity. Because I’ve finally learned that just because the days are long doesn’t mean I have to fill them with more.

So I’m simplifying.

This quarter, I’ve committed to one main goal and two supporting goals. That’s it. No bloated checklists. No chasing ten priorities at once. Just clear, honest intention and enough margin to actually enjoy my life.

💻 My main goal this summer is to build and launch my first DIY sales funnel for NewVision Creative Co.

It’s time. I’ve served clients, refined my framework, and tested my systems. Now I want to package what I know into something beautiful and accessible like a self-paced offer that helps coaches and creatives build standout brands without the overwhelm. My priority is ease, for me and for them. I want it to feel like clarity, not chaos.

👩 Alongside that, I’m focusing on my health and fertility.

We’re praying for baby number two, and while I know I can’t force God’s timing, I can prepare my body and spirit. That means being consistent with my supplements, staying active without burning out, honoring my rest, and tuning in to my body’s signals. I don’t want fear or pressure to lead me, only peace.

🤩 And lastly, I want to live joyfully in the in-between.

This summer is filled with volleyball tournaments, summer football, beach days, family events, and impromptu shopping. It’s full of life - messy, sweaty, beautiful life. And instead of trying to organize or optimize it all, I just want to be present. To laugh more. To sit longer. To savor what’s right in front of me.

Q3 isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters. With heart. With rhythm. And with the full permission to rest in between.