Welcome to the Sweet Life!

This blog has been a long time in the making, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share my life, my voice, and the journey that brought me to this exact moment.

I’m 53 years old, a mom to two beautiful daughters, a wife, and a longtime educator.

My deepest hope is to inspire and uplift women like you—to embrace this calling, this voice inside me, that I can no longer quiet.

Here, I’ll share personal experiences and insights on topics that resonate deeply with me and midlife women: faith, health, fitness, beauty, family, motherhood, and the everyday joys and challenges of being a woman.

A Late Bloomer, A Stronger Voice

I consider myself a late bloomer in many ways.
I’ve spent much of my life navigating self-doubt and a mind that rarely slows down. But with each chapter, I’ve grown more confident – my voice has grown stronger – not louder, but clearer. It’s steady now, shaped by grace and quiet strength.

Motherhood awakened a strength and purpose I never knew I had.

Since then, my journey has been anything but conventional.
In my 40s, I became a certified yoga instructor and built a successful children’s yoga business that has flourished for nearly a decade.
I’ve spent more than half my life as a children’s advocate, dedicating twenty-six years to serving children in public education.

Now, I’m stepping into the role of writer, author, and founder of Sweet Life with Candy—a lifestyle brand devoted to faith, wellness, and intentional living. I’m also beginning to guide others on their own journeys, as I deepen my studies in life coaching and meditation.

Why I’m Here—And Why You Belong Here Too

As we navigate this beautiful and sometimes messy phase of life together, I hope to create a community where we can connect, support, and uplift one another.

I’m here because I understand you.
I see you.
And if you’re not quite ready to share your own voice, I’ll be your voice until you are.

So, pull up a chair, settle in, and let’s enjoy the Sweet Life together.

Much love,
Candy