A great question and I’m happy to share!! Here’s the spark behind it all:

Back in 2005, I poured my heart into a story about the power of true connection, but life had other plans—and this manuscript stayed tucked away on my shelf. Fast-forward to 2020: the world ground to a halt, we were all isolated from family and friends, and for the first time in my career, I found myself with unexpected hours on my hands. That’s when a quiet whisper nudged me to dust off that old draft. God’s timing? Impeccable.

In February 2022, during one of the toughest seasons we’d ever faced, Friendship Matters hit the shelves. My committed team of readers—an eclectic mix of family and friends—fell head over heels for it. They told me this story wasn’t just fiction; it was a lifeline. Their enthusiasm lit a fire under us all: what if these themes of loyalty, laughter, and unbreakable bonds could come to life off the page?

Enter the Friendship Matters Experience—a vibrant Movement and Vibe all wrapped into one. Born from late-night brainstorming with a friend who dared me to dream bigger, this is more than meetups. It’s a celebration of sisterhood, a space to spark joy, share stories, and grow together. And truthfully, planning events is my jam, so I dove in with pure excitement.

Today, the Friendship Matters Experience is exactly that: a magnetic gathering of women (and men) hungry for authentic connection. It’s laughter across tables, deep conversations under twinkling lights, and the promise that no one walks away alone. Stick around—there’s so much more magic on the horizon!