Bloom Anyway is a project I hold close to the heart. It was born from a place of confusion and fear, but evolved into a world of comfort and peace. At 38 I was diagnosed with breast cancer and suddenly my world stopped. On medical leave and in and out of doctor appointments, I found myself lost. In an attempt to settle my soul, I began making one of my favorite things - earrings. Over time jewelry making has become a sort of therapy for me. The entire process from design to the final product creates a space of tranquility and fulfillment - something my life was desperately needing through my cancer journey. I realized that life may have taken a sharp turn from the expected, but I can bloom anyway.