Lauren Marie’s Blog
Welcome to my blog, where I share insights on motherhood, life after divorce, co-parenting, and building a personal brand with authenticity and resilience.
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From Blog to Book: Navigating Divorce and Second Chances
Navigating the challenging terrain of divorce as a black, millennial woman, I discovered purpose in sharing my journey through the blog and podcast, "Grab Your Light." Today, I am thrilled to announce the culmination of this experience in the form of a comprehensive guidebook, offering anecdotes, advice, and the strength of a supportive community to guide others through divorce.
Embarking on a Sustainable Journey: My Personal Commitment to a Greener Tomorrow
Join me as I embark on a sustainability journey, beginning with single-use plastics, to make a positive impact on the planet—one mindful choice at a time.
Seasonal Insights: Life as a High School Football Coach's Girlfriend
Embarking on my first season as the girlfriend of a football coach has been a journey of growth, resilience, and sideline triumphs. From the adrenaline-fueled victories to the heart-wrenching defeats, this season has taught me invaluable lessons about love, support, and the game beyond the gridiron. Join me as I reflect on the highs, lows, and unexpected joys that come with being the partner of a football coach. Whether you're a seasoned sideline supporter or new to the coach's corner, this post explores the unique dynamics of love in the world of football and the playbook for navigating a relationship amidst the cheers and challenges. Kick off your journey with me as I share the insights gained from a season filled with passion, dedication, and the unspoken language of the game. Touchdown into the heart of coaching relationships, where every game is a chance to score in love and understanding.
Harvesting Memories: A Magical Day of Apple Picking With the Family
Embark on a heartwarming journey as my family dives into the quintessential fall experience of apple picking. Discover one of the best orchards in LA, practical tips for a fruitful outing, and a delightful apple-inspired recipe. Join me in savoring the essence of autumn and creating lasting memories. Uncover the magic of family bonding amid the orchard rows in this enchanting exploration of apple-picking adventures.
Everything Your Professional Portfolio Needs
Professional portfolios aren’t just for creatives anymore! You can have one too. They keep track of your biggest accomplishments so that you can assess your performance, build upon it, and visually communicate your value to others. In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the four components of a portfolio.
How to Start an Etsy Shop
This guide is for all of my fellow side hustlers, entrepreneurs, and creatives. It walks you through the steps needed to start an Etsy Shop.
1. Decide on a name.
2. Write your bio.
3. Write your Shop story.
4. Set your preferences and policies.
5. Create your listings
The 8 Best Selling Products on Etsy
If you offer one of these 8 best-selling products, then YOU should open an Etsy shop!
5 Tips for Using Images on Your Website
This week's tips for all of my fellow side hustlers, entrepreneurs, and businesswomen has to do with the images we use on our website. You absolutely SHOULD have images on your website! However, there are some very important tips for uploading the images to make sure they're working for you.
1. Match the image to your website's aesthetic
2. Compress the image file size
3. Put keywords in the image's alt text
4. Scale and crop the image as needed
5. Link internally when appropriate
10 Monthly Tasks to Help Advancement Professionals Perform
I’m an Advancement Manager at a K-12 private school, and I’m always searching for people and information relevant to my work. Consider me one of those who have done the work and is now connecting the dots for you. In this post, those dots are the routine or regular tasks we must complete to keep our work current and high-performing.
About the Author
I'm Lauren— a mom, a coach's wife, an author, and a storyteller dedicated to helping women navigate life's transitions with strength and grace. Through my writing, I share real stories and practical insights on topics ranging from motherhood and co-parenting to finding purpose after divorce. Join me on this journey as we embrace resilience, humor, and growth in every chapter.
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Dating after divorce isn’t about rushing into anything—it’s about doing the work to heal, set boundaries, and know exactly what you want from a partner. When you're truly ready, you'll recognize the difference between settling and choosing a relationship that adds value to your life.