04/20/2026
Suddenly, everything hits all at once and you silently cry at supper in front of your husband and kids - in public.
What was supposed to be a final, peaceful meal before the rush of the school week and work week, turns you into a mess in public.
It feels like everything is falling apart all at the same time and it's no longer peaceful - but for the kids - you can't release it, but your husband sees it, and you are thankful you're in a back corner where the public can't.
This is a small business owner.
I have never done this before. But this is anxiety, stress, built-up emotions, fears, reality - all at once, and I cried from over-emotion.
I broke today and for about 45 minutes of crying, hyperventilating, breathing techniques and reassurance from my husband, I am back to me.
This was probably the hardest 45 minutes of my life as a small business owner but now I am back and more determined than ever to kick it up a notch and I pray you come with me.
Pray for my sanity, my determination, my focus and that everything comes together soon because I have big plans. I am not just a business owner - I am a mom, wife, friend, sister, aunt, neighbor, daughter, granddaughter, niece and cousin.. just like you.
Being a small business owner is THE hardest thing I've ever done, but for whatever reason, it gives me my fire. 🔥
I wouldn't be who I am today without it. I love it and wouldn't be the same if I did anything else.
So please follow along, share my posts, tag friends who may need the help, message me for raffle donations, (because helping is my calling) share my message - whatever it is.. I AM HERE.
Thank you for reading. Kindly, Shantel ❤️