Running a business is no small feat. Running a business while raising a family of five? That’s an entirely different level of hustle. As the CEO of JRCC and the Payroll Specialist/Human Resources Director for my husband’s Environmental Services company, Earth's Solutions Environmental Services, LLC, my life is in a constant state of motion. Add in the reality that I’m also a nurse by trade (of 11 years now!) and take one travel assignment a year just to stay connected to the field, and it’s safe to say that I don’t have time for disorganization!
I live by my planners. No, seriously—I’m addicted. I’ve been a Sugar Paper fan for over five years, and their planners, notebooks, and clipboards are my lifelines. The only way to juggle being a full-time entrepreneur, wife, and mom is through strict time management, a skill I mastered as a nurse long before running my own businesses.
Meet the Family Behind the Hustle
I’ve been married to my amazing husband for 13 years this July (wow, time flies!), and together we have five incredible children.
🏀 Our oldest is grown and living on her own, then our oldest boy is a high school freshman playing basketball year-round and keeping us on the move with practices, tournaments, and late-night gym sessions.
Then we have our little three—ages 6, 7, and 8 (kindergarten through 2nd grade). They attend the same elementary school, and this year, they’ve all started playing basketball! On top of that, I’m currently looking into enrolling the girls back into gymnastics at a local center.
🐶 Oh, and let’s not forget our two dogs—South African Boerboel-Pit mixes that are also two years old and act like they run the house.
Needless to say, life is busy, loud, and full of love.
How We Make It Work
Despite the madness, family time is everything to us. We prioritize game nights, movie nights, and cooking together, creating memories that ground us in the midst of all the chaos. On weekends, we love spending time with our nieces, nephews, and in-laws, making sure we stay connected to those who matter most.
And through it all, I find peace in a clean home (lighting that candle once it's spotless of course), an organized schedule, and last but not least, my coffee fix.
Fueled by Lattes & Birria Tacos
Let’s be real—if I’m running on all cylinders, I need fuel. My go-to drink? Iced vanilla latte (and if you’re a Starbucks, Scooter’s, 7 Brew or Latte Lounge fan, let’s swap orders because I’m always down to try a new one!). And when I’m rewarding myself after a long week? Birria tacos. Always!
Let’s Connect!
Being an entrepreneur isn’t just about running a business—it’s about building a community. I’d love to hear from YOU! How do you balance work, life, and everything in between? Drop a comment, share your favorite coffee order, or tell me what keeps you going!
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