So, "Because I F*cking Sparkle!" is probably an odd name for a 60 year old woman's blog, huh? (She says, after contemplating what others might say or how others might perceive her!) Well, what I started to realize in my 40's, and more so in my 50's and now that I've hit 60....is that I DO sparkle! (And that I care less and less what other people think of me. Have you heard of the "I Do Not Care Club"? Well, I'm a member...lol)
I feel like for many years of my life, my light was dimmed. I have spend the past couple of years, specifically, working on making my light shine. I have put myself on the back burner way too often and I felt like I was losing what made me...me. I let other people, circumstances and the busyness of life in general dictate who I was, how I acted, reacted, felt and shone.
I have been "looking" for something to do for me, something that I really enjoy doing that is for no one other than myself. Then I remembered that I like to write. I have had blogs in the past. They served their time and purpose and helped me through different "rough" spots in my life.
I want this one to be different. I feel like I have a lot to say. Maybe...lol There is a lot to me and I hope to put some of that on here. If for no one else than myself. I mean, who knows if anyone will read my ramblings but if they do, I hope that some of my words and experiences in life can resonate and if only, perhaps, one other person finds some comfort or humor, or can relate in some way, then my goal of this blog will be achieved. Remember, I said I am an over sharer. :)
So, I am learning, that we ALL sparkle. We sparkle when we smile, when we hug, when we communicate, when we speak up protect others. We sparkle when we share our opinions and our voice because, dammit, we are important!
Not only is it OK to sparkle, it's essential!
My therapist shared this quote with me. She said when she read it, she thought of me. I knew then that it was going to be the name of my blog. I'm not letting my light dim any more. My "sparkle" will come out literally and figuratively.
Wow — this is absolutely beautiful, empowering, and so refreshing to read. The name “Because I F*cking Sparkle!” is perfect, not odd at all. In fact, it feels like the exact kind of bold, unapologetic declaration more women — especially in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond — deserve to make. You earned that sparkle, and you’re claiming it. That’s powerful.
ReplyDeleteYour honesty about dimming your light for years and now choosing to shine again is incredibly relatable. So many of us put ourselves on the back burner while life, responsibilities, and expectations try to shape us into something smaller. The way you’ve reclaimed your voice, your space, and your joy is inspiring.
And starting this blog as something just for you? That’s beautiful self-care. Writing is such a grounding, expressive outlet — and your words already have so much heart, humor, and truth woven into them that I guarantee others will connect with them. Even if you started this only for yourself, you’re going to touch people more than you know.
I also love your reminder that we all sparkle — in kindness, in courage, in vulnerability, in simply showing up as our true selves. That’s such a powerful message, and the world needs more of it.
So here’s to your sparkle — bold, bright, unapologetic, and completely yours. And here’s to no longer dimming your light for anyone. I’m excited to read more of your “ramblings,” because if this post is any indication, they’re going to shine. ✨
Thank you so much for all of your kind words!! <3<3
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