• Your Life Deserves a Soundtrack (Your Brand Does Too)

    Your Life Deserves a Soundtrack (Your Brand Does Too)

    What if your story had a sound? Not just words. Not just visuals.But a feeling – woven in melody, carried on rhythm, full of heart. Whether you’re building a brand, sharing your art, or simply walking through life as your beautiful, everyday self – having a soundtrack can transform how you express, connect, and create.…

  • When the Message Lands: A Tiny Toy, a Big Moment, and the Spark of a Movement

    When the Message Lands: A Tiny Toy, a Big Moment, and the Spark of a Movement

    There are moments in building a brand when something shifts. Not a big, flashy launch. Not a viral moment. But something quieter – like the first grip of a tire finding traction on an icy road. A moment that says, yes, you’re moving forward. You’re no longer just dreaming it. The message is starting to…

  • Is It Really Okay to Follow Your Joy?

    Is It Really Okay to Follow Your Joy?

    Is it irresponsible to follow your joy – or is it the most radical, life-giving choice you can make? In this reflection, I explore how joy isn’t just about pleasure – it’s about perspective. From hand-washing dishes to heart-led business strategy, I share how small mindset shifts (and a little help from your support systems)…

  • The Hawk, the Road, and the Weight of Becoming

    The Hawk, the Road, and the Weight of Becoming

    A sudden encounter with a hawk on a quiet road led to an unexpected reflection on what it means to carry something heavy—but real. A gentle meditation on fear, creativity, and holding your dream with both hands.

  • From Clay to Characters: What I’ve Learned Building a Brand from the Ground Up

    From Clay to Characters: What I’ve Learned Building a Brand from the Ground Up

    In the last 18 months, I’ve gone from hand-thrown clay to plush toys, from late-night sketches to brand-building strategies.And through it all, I’ve learned one thing loud and clear: joy is a compass. This post gathers the lessons, laughter, and quiet breakthroughs from building the Ploppals brand.