Community! Connection! Celebration!

Let’s Bring the Village Back: Building a Life of Community, Connection, and Celebration!

How often do we pick up the phone to check on one another? How often do we knock on a neighbor’s door or give someone we love a hug, and just say, “I’m here, I got you!”? Instead, we scroll through our phones, see a post, and assume, “Oh, they’re fine…” and move on. But are we really connecting?

I had a vision—one of bringing my friends together to celebrate life, the wins, the milestones, and even the struggles. Life is too precious to live in isolation. Everyone needs a community. In our darkest times, moments of struggle, or even when we just need to feel loved, who do we call? Who shows up? It’s time to bring back the village—or, better yet, create a new version of it.

While we can’t rewind time, we can rewrite our stories. Let’s intentionally build a community rooted in love, support, and belonging. 2025 is the year. This is the year to bring joy back into our hearts and start moving with purpose.

Let’s do this, just float: Living in Flow, Not Resistance

I feel like I’m on the precipice of something big—bigger than me, bigger than words can express. I will try to share this vision that I feel in my heart, but I’ve realized that holding onto that vision might actually block the blessings meant for me. When we overanalyze, overthink, or try to control every detail, we step out of alignment with the Divine plan. Let it flow, you might be enlightened with a Gift beyond your wildest dreams. 

This year, my intention is clear: I will move with “community” at the forefront. I trust that I will be surrounded by like-minded individuals who understand me, support me, and see their own potential for transformation. Together, we can transcend pain, trauma, and even the generational burdens we carry. Let’s talk, and share our experiences. Let's be vulnerable with one another.  Let’s learn from these conversations, which while difficult, are gifts that have shaped who we are.

Let’s embrace Authenticity: A Journey Through Life

For 55 years, I’ve lived a life filled with ups and downs, moments of joy and sadness, but all of it—every single moment—has shaped me into who I am today. To me, living authentically means embracing all aspects of ourselves, even the parts we wish we could forget.

I’ve found wisdom in grief, sadness, and trauma. These experiences taught me to accept my truth, to own my story. No one else can define your life or diminish your experiences. Your truth is yours alone. I’ve created this platform to share my thoughts, hoping to guide and inspire those who are open to receiving. If my words resonate, take them with you; if they don’t, that’s okay too. The beauty of life is in finding what speaks to your soul and following that path.

Let’s build Community: It Begins at Home

For me, the foundation of my community is my family—my husband and my children. My husband is my life partner, my constant source of strength, and my safe space. His presence uplifts me daily, whether spoken or unspoken. 

My children have taught me to see the world through fresh, innocent eyes. Through them, I’ve been able to re-parent myself and heal the wounds of “little Vicky,” the girl who once felt lost and unseen. Now, I can look back and see that every challenge I faced as a child was preparing me for the woman I am today. I am proud of my journey, my roots, and my resilience. I belong here. I always have.

As I continue to live in my truth, I hope to inspire my children to do the same. I want them to know their worth, to speak up when they feel unsafe, and to walk their unique, Divine path with confidence. My prayer is that they will build their own communities, navigate life with intention, and never feel alone—even in the hardest moments.

Let’s Trust: The Divine Plan

One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned is to trust and let go. When we hold on too tightly to what we think life should look like, we block the miracles waiting for us. Life is bigger than us. It’s messy, it’s unpredictable, but it’s also full of possibility.

When you surround yourself with a strong, supportive village, you gain strength, wisdom, and resources. Together, we’re stronger. And when we come together as a community, we can celebrate life in all its beauty.

Let’s Celebrate Each Other

This year, I encourage you to build or rebuild your village. Check on your friends. Show up for your family. Embrace your truth and your journey. And when you’ve found your community, celebrate them. Celebrate life. Celebrate love.

Let’s bring back the joy, the connection, and the support that we all deserve. This is the year of intention, transformation, and belonging. Together, let’s move forward with open hearts and open hands.

Let’s celebrate each other.

Because we’re stronger together.