When Her Words Had Me Shook
One small compliment had me shook and reminded me how much women need to build each other up instead of tearing each other down.
The Women Who Aren’t Here: Grief in the Middle of Becoming
Midlife is a season of becoming — but for me, it’s also a season of missing. As I navigate change and rediscovery, I grieve the two women who shaped me most: my mama and my grandmother. This is what it’s like to grow into the matriarch without the women who once guided me.
What Self-Care Looks Like in Midlife
Self-care in midlife isn’t about spa days or perfect morning routines. It’s about showing up for yourself in real, unfiltered ways—saying no without guilt, moving your body with kindness, and letting go of the pressure to “do it all.”
Still Learning: Reaching Goals in Midlife
Midlife isn’t the end—it’s a new beginning. Read how I earned my MPH in my 50s and why it’s never too late to grow, learn, and dream again.
Welcome to Midlife in Mabank!
The Road to Midlife
Not long ago, I was out driving, just me, the road, and the wide-open East Texas sky, when it hit me: midlife isn’t a pause or a detour. It’s the road itself. And around every curve, the view gets a little richer.
Who I Am
I’m Brandy. I’m 50. I’m a respiratory therapist, wife, mom, and Nana; all rolled into one real woman figuring it out as I go. I live in a small town with a big heart and even bigger stories to tell.
Why This Space Exists
This space was born from those stories: the messy, beautiful, surprising ones that show up when the kids are grown, the mirror tells the truth, and the world starts asking, “Now what?”
What You’ll Find Here
At Midlife in Mabank, we don’t fight aging. We honor it. We laugh at the absurd stuff. We talk about the hard things. And we hold space for each other through every season, even the sweaty, hormonal, middle-of-the-night ones.
Here, you’ll find:
Honest reflections
Wellness that makes sense
Encouragement that doesn’t feel cheesy
A community of women who know midlife isn’t about fading out; it’s about finally showing up
Come Sit With Me
So pour a cup, get comfortable, and stay awhile. We’ve got plenty to talk about. 💙