Hey there! Welcome to Made in Mom Jeans, where I explore life in the margins of motherhood, military life, and everything in between.

This space is a blend of the heartfelt, the humorous, and the sometimes chaotic moments that define my world. As a military spouse and mom, I know all too well what it’s like to find magic in the margins—those seemingly small, everyday moments that somehow hold the most meaning.

What You’ll Find Here

On this Substack, you can expect a mix of personal reflections, journaling prompts, style tips, and media roundups—all with a dash of real talk and the occasional cup of cold coffee (because mom life).

• Life in the Margins: These posts are where I get real about finding joy in the everyday. Whether it’s military moves, solo parenting, or just trying to catch my breath, I’m sharing the small moments that make life meaningful.

• Journal With Me: Journaling is my therapy, my creative outlet, and my way of making sense of it all. In these posts, I’ll share prompts, tips, and some of my own journal entries to inspire you to pick up a pen and dive deep.

• Shelf Talk: In this series, I’ll share what’s on my shelf (both literal and digital) and how it’s shaping my perspective on motherhood, military life, and beyond.

• The Writer’s Desk: A peek behind the curtain (or in this case, behind the chaos of sticky notes and half-filled notebooks). This is where I’ll share all the messy, magical, and occasionally maddening parts of my creative writing process. From rough drafts to random bursts of inspiration scribbled in the margins, you’ll get an inside look at how the stories take shape—plot twists, typos, coffee stains, and all.

I’m here to remind you (and myself!) that it’s okay to not have it all figured out. Life can be messy, but that’s what makes it interesting. Grab a cup of coffee (or wine, no judgment here), and let’s dive into the stories, reflections, and little bits of magic we discover along the way.

Thanks for being here—I’m so glad we’re in this together.