10/01/2025
🍂 **A Personal Note this Oct.1st**🍂 How stepping back made me better, and here’s what I’ve learned.
Dear friends,
I wanted to take a moment to share a thought or two with all of you. I took some time away to navigate the profound loss of a family member ~ my youngest kid brother, Gunnar, who we all loved so much. His passing a year ago in July affected us all deeply, still does. They say that grief touches everyone differently, and while time is said to heal, this past year has been incredibly tough—especially for my mom. Yet, amid the loss, I’ve come to realize what truly matters is: family, friends, and the connections we hold dear. Love is what binds us, helping us navigate through the challenges and inspiring us to grow and become better versions of ourselves, that is a fact.
During this time, I've realized the importance of being present, cherishing genuine relationships, and prioritizing what brings true joy thru hard times and hard work. This experience has shifted my perspective on work and life, leading me to reassess my priorities. I am returning with a fresh outlook and renewed passion for my work and cherished projects, along with sharpened skills and greater clarity in producing my best work in collaboration with others seeking quality design and work.
I am excited to channel this new perspective and infuse it into all my upcoming creative projects. Thank you to those who’ve been supportive to our family, it’s meant a lot. I look forward to connecting with all of you as we pursue great things together—exploring what ignites your passion and the joy it brings you, the very essence of what we call success.
With love and gratitude,
Betsy
Photo below: Gunnar to the far left w/my niece, Sarah. My older brother Bill above, and my cousin Chris to my left corralled together with my Aunt Duff ~ the one who lit the creative spark in me as a kid :) aside from my MOM. We miss you Gunnar!✨♥️
