I’m Kimberly, a web designer, author, and encourager living in Thomasville, Georgia (though originally from Michigan). After raising five kids (now all productive adults) and weathering financial storms with my skilled tradesman husband, I’ve learned a thing or two about resilience, faith, and finding your footing when life doesn’t go according to plan.
From Survival to Second Acts
For years, I wrote books about extreme money-saving techniques—not because I was naturally frugal, but because I had to learn survival skills when manufacturing jobs started disappearing overseas and our income plummeted. I became an expert at stretching dollars, growing food, raising chickens, and making something from nothing.
But here’s what I learned: survival mode does terrible things to you in every area of your life.
Anyone who thinks poverty is simply a money management problem has never been there.
I’m convinced that many of the so-called “bad choices” people make are actually stress responses to impossible situations. The mental and emotional toll is real, and anyone telling you to just “budget better” is missing the bigger picture.
Beyond Bootstrapping
Now in my mid-50s and embracing my “second act,” I’ve moved from survival mode to something healthier. My web design business grossed more last year than we made during one of our extreme poverty years, so that’s a victory. It may not be enough to get ahead quickly, but enough to breathe.
What changed wasn’t just the money—it was my perspective on what success looks like and my understanding of sustainable growth versus unsustainable hustle and grind.
Faith, Grace, and Growing Older
I’ve walked through several versions of faith—from nominal Catholic upbringing to exploring other religions, through evangelical and fundamentalist phases, and now finding peace in wandering back to the rhythms of liturgy and the church year.
I’ve learned to stop performing and striving, and start connecting authentically in every way. I’ve learned the key to sabbath rest isn’t in following rules around what constitutes work, but rather resting in our Sabbath, Jesus.
I’ve learned that grace beats legalism every time, and that wrestling with faith questions isn’t failure—it’s growth.
I’ve also learned that starting over at 55 isn’t failure either. It’s brave.
What You’ll Find Here
This space is where I share:
- Real talk about money, faith, and second chances when life doesn’t go according to plan
- Practical encouragement for women in transition—empty nesters, career changers, late bloomers
- Stories from the journey—both the struggles and the small victories
- Creative life balance in a culture obsessed with productivity and hustle
- Essays and resources for the rhythms and seasons of life.
I believe women deserve respect, authentic community, and permission to define success on their own terms. Whether you’re dealing with financial stress, faith questions, creative dreams, or simply figuring out who you are in this next season of life, you’re welcome here.
Growing Together
I’m still learning, still growing, still making mistakes. I can’t promise to have all the answers, but I can promise to share honestly about the process. Sometimes that means admitting when I’m stuck, celebrating small wins, or wrestling with questions that don’t have neat answers.
If you’re looking for someone who has it all figured out, you’re in the wrong place. But if you want to walk alongside someone who’s committed to growth, grace, and making the most of whatever season we’re in—stick around. Let’s figure it out together.
Want to connect? I’d love to hear your story or answer questions about anything I’ve shared. You can reach me through my contact page.