What's My Story?

I get asked all the time about how I even get interested in crystals. Growing up, I looked for rocks everywhere. Lakes, parking lots, beaches. It was a "family hazard", as my grandparents and my mom would collect rocks as well. My science teacher grandfather loved fossils, and when we cleaned out their house, you would not have believed how many rocks we found, in so many little boxes, my grandma's sewing baskets, every drawer. My cousins and I joke about the family rock collecting, because we all do it.

Around 1996, after getting kicked out of college (yep!) and struggling with depression, I was introduced to "energy healing." A college friend literally dragged me to an energy healing circle, where everyone 'ran' energy to whomever needed it. I was SO skeptical. But by the end of the 2 hours, I was all in. My hands hurt the next day, and I couldn't explain why. I kept going to this group for a few years, starting my journey of holistic healing modalities, Reiki, intuition, channeling, and, of course, crystals. I started going to the local crystal and metaphysical shops, soaking up whatever information I could and attending so many meditations, channelings, events.

At the time, as mentioned, I struggled with depression through high school and college. I was told it would be a forever thing and I'd always be on medication. The years of bullying, low self esteem, and general confusion about what to do in life really dug in deep. While I explored crystals and healing, I saw really great therapists. Over time, with deep inner work, meditation, learning, and using crystals, I eventually got off medication. My life was happier, I felt centered, and more importantly, I had found my purpose.

Crystals.

For the next MANY years, I dove in to all the things. I started selling crystals at expo's and events, helping people pick just the right crystal or stone for their specific needs. I intuitively 'knew' which crystals would work best for them. I LOVED doing events. I burst out of my shell with confidence and joy. As time passed, I added in offering Reiki, sound, and crystal healing. My business thrived. I opened an online shop using code for each and every item via PayPal, long before ecommerce was really a 'thing'. I collaborated with a friend to offer events and expo's in my area. I started a spiritual printed 'magazine'. I began offering business consulting and website building to other spiritual businesses. I was one of the first crystal sellers to do live selling on social media (I thought if LulaRoe reps could sell leggings, I could sell crystals!). There are so many more things that happened. It was a lot and I loved every minute of it.

And life happens. Eventually all of these things faded away. I wouldn't change any of it. I learned so much. And I am completely happy to now focus on selling crystals online, being with my husband and stepkids, and doing everything that I love.

Time and life has taught me that life REALLY is short, and it can be gone in a moment. Think Stage 3 Melanoma diagnosis in 2018, losing my dad in 2020, losing my mom suddenly just 10 months later, a Melanoma recurrence in 2021, multiple surgeries and now Stage 4 cancer, guiding a teen through major mental health challenges, and numerous other losses. This is the very short version, of course. All of this has made me stronger, more compassionate, and in many ways, much more open to all the amazing things life has to offer. I HOPE to share this wisdom and knowledge with others for their own inner and spiritual growth.