There’s something deeply grounding about signing another year’s lease in a space that finally feels like home. I just renewed mine here in beautiful Great Falls, and I couldn’t be happier about it. This apartment has become more than four walls—it’s a sanctuary, a workspace, a foster home, and a place where I can recharge and build the life I’ve always envisioned.
The past few weeks have been a flurry of activity and gratitude. The biggest news? I rescued a kitten! His name is Finnian Elijah, a spunky little black kitten with the kind of personality that fills every corner of a room. To my relief (and joy), he and Pippin, my loyal rescue dog, are getting along wonderfully. Watching the two of them bond has been such a heartwarming reminder of what patience, love, and second chances can create.
On the foster front, I’m preparing my home and heart for what I hope will be a new baby placement soon. The state came on Wednesday for my monthly inspection—everything went smoothly—and now I’m just waiting on a call from the social worker. It’s been quite some time since my last placement, and during that season of transition, I gifted most of my baby gear to my last foster baby’s parents and donated the rest to a friend who was expecting a grandchild. So, I’ll be starting from scratch—new crib, bottles, clothes, and all the essentials.
To stay ahead of the curve, I created an Amazon Wish List specifically for the foster home. That way, as soon as I get the call, I can hit “purchase” and have everything here in short order. I’ve also created separate wish lists for my paralegal studies and for home comforts, because if I’ve learned anything over the years, it’s that creating order and warmth in your surroundings fuels every other part of your life.
Professionally, it’s been an exciting season of growth. I submitted an application (and was approved) to the Carnegie Hero Fund, through which I have a full scholarship for my upcoming Paralegal Certificate Course. Classes begin in January, and by April, I’ll officially be certified. Education has always been one of the best investments I can make in myself, and this next step is a key piece of the long-term goals I’m setting in motion.
On top of that, I became a Notary Public, officially commissioned through the Montana Secretary of State, and I also became an Ordained Minister so I can perform weddings—something that fits perfectly with my desire to celebrate love and connection in all its forms. To tie it all together, I’m in the process of forming my own LLC, “406 Covenant & Seal”, which will bring together notary, officiant, and professional document services under one umbrella. It’s practical, professional, and deeply personal—just how I like it.
And yes—because no milestone is complete without a touch of holiday cheer—my apartment is fully decorated for Christmas. The tree is up, the lights are glowing, and the sense of peace that comes with the season is settling in. Between the scent of pine candles, the sound of Pippin’s paws on the floor, and Finnian’s curious kitten antics, it’s impossible not to feel thankful.
This next chapter feels rich with purpose and promise. There’s work to be done, goals to meet, and a heart full of anticipation for what’s next—whether that’s a new foster baby’s laugh filling the home, the satisfaction of earning my paralegal certification, or the joy of building a business from the ground up.
For now, I’m taking it one day at a time—grateful for stability, proud of the progress, and excited for what’s coming. Here’s to growth, gratitude, and good things ahead in Great Falls.
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