The Extended Version
I believe in intentional parenting, classical education, non-toxic living, and natural health.
I’m a Jesus-follower, youth leader, work-at-home mom, and small business owner. I’m also a homeschooling mom using Classical Conversations for our curriculum.
I moved from Miami, FL where I was born and raised, and live along North Carolina’s beautiful Crystal Coast. I start my days with a daily devotion on the Bible app, a healthy dose of gratitude, pure essential oils, and coffee or hot tea. (I love both!)
My life is a delicate balance of embracing my inner Southern Belle while keeping my inner Miamian at bay. I’m still working on that. I love a good book. I have a weakness for killer desserts, and I think roughing it is a hotel that doesn’t put chocolate on your pillow.
Fun Facts
- I’ve been blogging since the 90s.
- A digital marketing company once hired me based on my social media accomplishments, presence, and community – during the interview, the CMO addressed me using my social media handle! I jump in the car and go.
- I love spontaneous adventures with my two teenagers, exploring and making memories.
- I love traveling! I’ve traveled to 10 countries, 20 states, and 2 U.S. territories.
Linville Falls, NC
About This Site
This site serves as my lifestyle blog, Life in the DayngrZone, and my business site, DayngrZone Media. Life in the DayngrZone is a lifestyle website that shares my unfiltered, real-life experiences as a small-business owner, homeschool mom, digital content creator, and influencer – one adventure at a time. I blog about all things lifestyle, like travel, family, food, and faith, with a dash of small business tips. You’ll find all those topics on the sidebar for your perusal.
I love my fellow boss babes and mompreneurs. So, it’s only natural that my heart is in helping them through DayngrZone Media, and you can read all about that by clicking here.
I’m PR friendly. My media kit is available upon request. You can also take a peek at some of my previous collaborations.
The Cast of Characters
Rex – Fun-loving, kind-hearted, and part-time comedian of the family, this teen video game enthusiast is always ready to make you laugh. He never likes to see anyone feeling down. His current favorite subjects are History and Science. He’s a member of the National BETA Club and strives to make a difference in his community. Most recently, he’s been running the sound board for our church during the live stream – and loving it. A true animal lover, you can usually find him taking care of all the pets at home. He enjoys listening to and making music on Garage Band, playing basketball, Martial Arts, Instagram, and video games! He’d play all day if only his mom allowed it.
Bella – Caring, witty, sweet, loyal, and incredibly shy, this creative teen artist enjoys painting on canvas, listening to music, drawing, watching TV, and spending time on Pinterest and Instagram. Passionate about the environment and sea life, don’t be surprised if you see her doing her part to make Earth a little greener. Also a member of the National BETA Club, she takes pride in helping others in her local community and on the mission trips she takes with her church youth group. Her favorite subject is Latin, but she’s also looking forward to learning French. She’s also a Martial Artist, video game enthusiast, and fashion trendsetter.
Wheats – Firstborn son, Marine. Musically inclined, entrepreneurial spirit. Sound engineer, videographer, and FPV drone pilot.
The DayngrZone Backstory
I started DayngrZone in 1997 as a creative outlet to help me survive my soul-sucking corporate job in Miami. Along the way, I found a passion for blogging and sharing life’s adventures as a single girl navigating life, to an accidental business owner, and then to a domestically-challenged military wife.
Now, I am a savvy small business owner, digital content creator, social influencer, and mom, mostly parenting solo and mastering the work/life balance while running my businesses and homeschooling my kids.
About NC Blogger Network
I’m also the CEO of the North Carolina Blogger Network, North Carolina’s premier community for bloggers. Through NCBN, I provide a positive, inspiring, supportive community for bloggers to get resources, education, and the tips they need all in one place (now on this site) – plus the opportunity to work with brands they know and love.
Find us on Twitter at @NCBlogNet
Find us on Instagram at @NCBloggerNetwork
Find us on Facebook at @NCBloggerNetwork
About East Coast NC
I’m the co-founder of East Coast NC, your resource for where to go, what to see, and things to do along the East Coast of North Carolina. It’s a fun lifestyle brand that spotlights and supports local small businesses.
Find us on Instagram at @TheEastCoastNC
Find us on Twitter at @TheEastCoastNC
Find us on Facebook at @EastCoastNC
Comment Policy
Your comments are moderated and uncensored. For privacy and safety, I do NOT use my children’s names and ask that you don’t either when posting comments on this site. I reserve the right to publish anything you send me via email, including your name, email, IP address, etc. So, let’s keep things civil.
Disclaimer and Disclosure Policy
Many of the names used have been changed to protect the innocent, the accused, and the downright guilty. This website abides by word-of-mouth marketing standards. I believe in honesty in relationships, opinions, and identity. Read the official disclosure policy.
