It is where I was blessed with two more beautiful children. It is where I watched both of my parents open their own businesses; my mom a beautician and my dad an auto parts salesman. It is where a small town bank takes a chance on a single mom. Jackson has always been my home! I still struggled to find my place, my purpose. In May of 2021 I hit my rock bottom. It was one of the hardest scariest times of my life. On May 19th, 2021 I made the decision to take my life back. I admitted myself to the Avera Behavioral Health Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. Mental health has always been a struggle in my family. I had always struggled with anxiety and depression but this time it was different. I needed help. That day was the single worst and best day of my life. I am on my way to becoming me! I still wanted more. I needed to throw myself into something I was passionate about. I had conversations with my Crisis Center Advocate and my therapist about why there is no place for people to go and talk about mental health, their struggles, and their battles. I could never understand why there are support groups for nearly everything else but nothing in our community for those who struggle with mental health. I knew something had to change. It was then that I made the decision to start a business that would not only help support my family but would help people near and far. I have ALWAYS been an avid Shania Twain fan, some might even say obsessed! ;) I have always been passionate about the fashion and beauty industry! There is something about a new pair of "power shoes" that makes you feel BEAUTIFUL! When the idea of opening my own boutique came to light I knew three things for certain.
1. LEOPARD, is there any other color?
2. What says more about my journey and my mission than "MAN! I Feel Like a Woman!"?
3. I want to help anyone and everyone who will listen, who might be too scared to talk about mental health, who might be ashamed, who needs if for just one moment to feel beautiful in their own skin! That is exactly what I intend to do! I am beyond blessed, excited, and grateful for this new adventure and I hope you all are too! Kayla Daberkow
Owner/Manager
