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Welcome to Life in Stepping Stones
There are a million moments in life that make you who you are. My name is Justine Thomas and if someone were to tell me when I dropped out of high school at 16 years old that I would one day run a film set, record a CD, build and own a restaurant, travel, and have a beautiful family all before I turn thirty, I wouldn't have believed them. Life has thrown me a lot of curveballs along the way, from dreams crashing down and other dreams coming true. For all of the ups and downs, they've led me to who I am today, and I'm grateful for it. Now as a stay-at-home mom, I'm learning a million more things about who I am, the dreams I strive for, and the new adventures I can pursue. These are my moments.
Diary
There are so many ups and downs that life throws our way. We can choose to bottle our emotions or share them with others in hope that we can help someone else through their own personal struggles. Nobody should ever feel alone. From my story behind dropping out of high school, my miscarriage and rainbow baby pregnancy, family drama, motherhood, and more, these are my stories.
Diary Inspirational Music & Songwriting
Let Go of Mom Guilt: Why It’s Time to Follow Your Dreams
For years, I let mom guilt convince me that my dreams could wait — that wanting more meant I was…
Aroha Restaurant Confessions Diary Miscarriage
The Resurrection of the Dreamer
When we opened our first restaurant, I was an eternal dreamer. By the time we closed, I was a heartbroken…
Confessions Diary
The Dangerous Mind Game of Emotional Abuse in the Workplace
What started as my dream job at 20 years old quickly turned into a unescapable nightmare of gaslighting. I wish…
Confessions Inspirational Pregnancy
The Skinny Pregnancy
I've gone back and forth on whether to write a blog about this because it's such a sensitive subject for…
Confessions Diary
Confessions from a High School Dropout
There are many paths to take in life but most people believe school is the only one. When I became…
My Creative Corner
How to Throw an Epic Wicked Party
Stop the Wizard and save the animals during an epic Wicked party. Discover decoration ideas, food, and activities based on…
How to Throw an Epic Secret Agent Birthday Party
Unfreeze time at the most epic Secret Agent Birthday Party. Kid spies will search for clues, dust for fingerprints, defuse…
How to Throw an Epic Super Wings Birthday Party
Everything you need to know from DIY decorations, food to serve, and activities for your child's Super Wings or travel…
How to Throw the Best Shimmer and Shine Birthday Party
Everything you need to know to throw your child's Shimmer and Shine genie themed birthday party including DIY decorations, the…
How to Throw an Epic Minecraft Birthday Party
Craft, build, & fight the Enderdragon, Creeper, and Wither at the ultimate Minecraft Birthday Party. Discover decoration ideas, food, drinks,…
How to Throw an Epic Spiderman Birthday Party
Throw your child an epic Spiderman birthday party with activities and decorations based on the movie No Way Home.
Latest Posts
Let Go of Mom Guilt: Why It’s Time to Follow Your Dreams
For years, I let mom guilt convince me that my dreams could wait — that wanting more meant I was selfish. But I’ve learned the truth: motherhood doesn’t erase who you are. It just adds more reasons to keep going after what you love.
How to Throw an Epic Party on a Budget
Throw a party on a budget with clever decoration ideas, DIY crafts, and party favors! Create an epic birthday party experience without breaking the bank.
How to Throw an Epic Wicked Party
Stop the Wizard and save the animals during an epic Wicked party. Discover decoration ideas, food, and activities based on Glinda & Elphaba’s journey!
How to Throw an Epic Spiderman Birthday Party
Throw your child an epic Spiderman birthday party with activities and decorations based on the movie No Way Home.
The Many Emotions of Moving Across the World
Preparing to move your family across the world is not easy by any means, no matter how excited you may also be.
Making the Ultimate Decision to Move to New Zealand
Making the decision to move to New Zealand wasn’t an easy one. There’s been a lot of emotions and planning involved. But ultimately, it will be worth it.
How to Throw an Epic Minecraft Birthday Party
Craft, build, & fight the Enderdragon, Creeper, and Wither at the ultimate Minecraft Birthday Party. Discover decoration ideas, food, drinks, & games!
How to Make Minecraft Birthday Party Crafts
How to Make Minecraft Birthday Party decorations. DIY & build the Enderdragon Piñata, Creeper or Wither Target, Crafting Table, Diamond Sword, blocks, & more!
Hannah McCoy – A Romantic Comedy of Errors: Chapter One
Chapter One of The Sims 4 Rom Com finds Hannah McCoy venturing into Brindleton Bay and facing two encounters that will change the course of her life forever.
Hannah McCoy: Looking for Love in All the Wrong Places
My first foray into creative writing begins with the rom com Sims 4 story of Hannah McCoy, as she searches for love in all of the wrong places.