Feeling Absolutely Fabulous

02/17/2026

It was breezy at the top of the Royal Mile, but it was so lovely to be out and about enjoying the sites.

I don’t let weather stop me. Well, not much. 25 years in Ottawa, Canada trained me well for all sorts of climates.

But I have noticed a tendency for people to find the weather ‘bad.’ With ‘severe weather warnings’ scaring some from travelling. And even leaving the house.

I change it around to feeling blessed that I can get out. Not everyone can. I’ve warm clothes and cool clothes. Not everyone does. I’ve umbrellas, raincoats, fun fur jackets, sweaters galore. Sun dresses and bikinis. Boots and flip flops.

It’s not toxic positivity. It’s truly seeing the abundance of life. Not just stuff, but the abundance of sensations…from far too hot to far too cold.

And choosing to celebrate it all.

Who cares if my hairs a mess…a windy day walk is liberating.

Get it?

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/17/2026

Gung Hey Fat Choy! The sun slowly rises on the beginning of the year of the Fire Horse.

The horse energy brings a sense of independence, drive and a desire for social interactions. While the fire element brings intensity.

So buckle up buttercup and get ready for momentum. We shed things that no longer served us in the year of the Wood Snake. Now we get to embrace the new.

What else is possible?

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/16/2026

Deciding to show up 100% in your life is the bravest thing you’ll ever do.

Bravest ever!

And also the most rewarding.

Some will leave you, as you give up people pleasing.

Your heart will blossom and grow as you truly get in touch with your passions.

And others who are also choosing to live instead of exist, they show up. A new tribe begins.

It will shake things up. Oh yes, Dearheart, be brave and know things will get messy.

But the benefits of brighter colors, richer sunsets, more joyful experiences, laughter and connection...well, isn’t that worth showing up for?

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/15/2026

Today’s mood.

Breaking patterns isn’t easy. But it’s so worth the effort.

Releasing what no longer serves you doesn’t make you less. It releases energy and frees up space so you can be more!

And you’re not alone. Reach out if you want help. Let’s do this together.

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/13/2026

February 14, 2008, Valentine’s Day. This date is tucked away in my mind. The day an emotionally unbalanced woman began a campaign of hate.

I was the object of her irrational delusions and for two years was subjected to cyber harassment. I was investigated by professional organisations and even the police. While accused of all sorts of malpractice culminating in sexual assault.

I was exonerated. Every single time! Because I’d done none of it!

Eventually she was seen for what she is/was. Someone with a history of this type of behaviour. Attempting even to take down a church at one time.

Every time she was able to walk away and start again as she was deemed ‘emotionally disturbed.’

Her final threat to me was that she’d continue harassing me until I took my own life.

I now know about ‘the script.’ The negative voice in our minds we all have. Unfortunately she believes the script.

The red flags were always there. I felt huge compassion for her and compromised my own safety and well-being.

That a hate campaign began on a day dedicated to the celebration of love makes sense. I had to learn to have compassion for myself. To not listen to the script.

And to not engage with other people’s scripts.

Yes, learning to love yourself is a journey for sure!

So, Dearheart, if you don’t have a partner to celebrate Valentine’s Day with, or a family, or a friend, don’t be sad. Don’t let the script make you feel bad.

Love yourself enough to celebrate!

And even if you do have others to celebrate with, don’t forget to do something loving and lovely for you.

Be your own Valentine first! Me? I’ve strawberries, bubbles and chocolate on standby.

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/12/2026

I spent years and thousands of dollars in therapy. Changing familial patterns. Learning to understand myself. Understand how others showed-up.

I spent thousands of hours studying holistic health. Becoming a healer. Teaching others.

I spent hours upon hours each year studying religion and spirituality. Learning how to live with love.

None of it wasted in the person I’ve become.

But there was a huge piece missing. I was still striving to become perfect. Toxic positivity and trying too hard to please.

When my world fell apart I had more tools and skills to put it back together than you could imagine. They did not work.

Sure, they dulled the pain at times. Gave me some structure for a while…but I had to let go. The realisation that we’re all perfectly imperfect.

Perfection is no longer a goal. I strive to be present in each day. Warts and all!

And even on the days when I feel like 💩 s**t, I know and remember I’m not 💩 s**t.

This is wholeness. This is peace. This is contentment.

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/11/2026

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02/11/2026

I used to dread Valentine’s Day…making sure all the kids in my daughters’ classes got a card. Baking cupcakes for the school party.

Cooking a special meal for their father…or going out…rushed through a set meal so the table could be filled again.

I even made heart shaped pizza one year!

But, Dearheart, I changed it up. I gave the responsibility to my girls…if they chose to participate, it was up to them. Yes, I just threw a little cash at the hassle.

By looking at what I liked and didn’t like to do, I took all the emotional charge of performance out of the day.

Choosing to see Valentine’s Day as a day to show a little extra love. I chose me!

I don’t go out to eat on Valentine’s but pick another date. Simple fix.

I tell people that I love, well…that I love them. No special date required. I don’t feel like I’m missing out if there’s no special romantic someone. Love is love after all.

I do however like chocolate! Strawberries dipped in chocolate. Now that’s a proper Valentine.

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/10/2026

I enjoy poetry. The play of words crafted by a creative soul.

This resonates, so I’m sharing.

It’s a great journal prompt, for those of us who like to pull out a pen.

For those who like to close their eyes and daydream, it also is a great prompt.

And if for just a moment, you pause and let the words wash over you…

What magic shall we create!

Big love 💕
Jacqueline

02/09/2026

This little light of mine

Shine, sparkle and glow. We need your light.