Sparkle With Jackie - Bling On A Budget

08/23/2026

Happy Birthday Dominick Marini Dominick Marini
32 years ago I said yes to this man at my high school graduation. But then we have been dating for a few years.

Life had other plans for a while. We split. We loved other people. We stayed in each other’s orbit the whole time — knew each other’s people, kept showing up — because some part of us never fully let go even if it were only as being friends.

And here’s what I know now that I didn’t at 18: we had to leave to learn what we needed. What we wanted. What we deserved. What we’d never settle for again. We had to go find out the hard way that the thing we were looking for had been standing right there the whole time.

Six years ago we found our way back to each other. Back HOME. Back to safe.

Happy birthday to Dominick — the love of my life, my protector, my ride or die.

This is a man who called me the second a derecho rolled in (the hella storm that hit Northwest Indiana August 11, 2026), before I’d said a word, because he could FEEL something was wrong with me. “Everything’s going to be okay. I’m right here. Just think of me.” That’s him. That’s who he is.

This is a man with two bad knees who I swear to you sprouted wings on the Dan Ryan Expressway — put his motorcycle down a quarter mile ahead, ran back through traffic, waved off a semi coming around the curve, and got in the driver’s seat to take me to safety after I spun his car 180° into oncoming traffic. I’ve never seen anyone move like that. I don’t think he can move like that. He did it anyway. For me.

That’s 34 years of having my back. 34 years of being my rock.

Happy birthday, my love. I’d cross four lanes of traffic for you too. ❤️❤️

If you know Dominick, drop him some birthday love below — he deserves every bit of it.

06/28/2026

Reset Sunday...

Reset Sunday hits different when the laundry is done, the blankets are fresh, and your planner is written out — in ruler-straight lines, obviously. Go-Go Juice = poured. Week ahead = mapped. Let's go!

What does your Sunday reset look like? I want to know what's on the list.

06/27/2026

06/12/2026

Here are a few pictures from the storm that went through Portage Indiana last night. We were lucky others around us not so much.

06/09/2026

Can we talk about Grandma Irma's Sauces for a second? 👏

If you've never tried them, you're genuinely missing out — and if you have, you already know. We've been buying their BBQ sauce for years and it is chef's kiss. We absolutely LOVE the Ghost Pepper Peach BBQ sauce. The ghost pepper brings just enough heat without ever drowning out that gorgeous peach flavor. Not too spicy, not too sweet — just absolutely perfect.

Well, they recently dropped dry rubs at our local markets and obviously we had to try the Ghost Pepper Peach version immediately. Dominick threw it on some chicken wings and smoked them… y'all. GAME CHANGER. We are hooked.
Fair warning though — that Ghost Pepper Peach BBQ sauce sells out every single time. I'm at the Founder's Square Market in Portage every Friday the second they open, grabbing 3 bottles at a time because if you sleep on it, it's gone. 😅
You can also catch them Saturdays at the Chesterton European Market! And the best part? They let you try everything before you buy. So you have zero excuses. 🙌 Did I mention they also have a website?

Go support this amazing local business — you will not regret it! 🔥🍑

Drop a 🔥 if you've tried Grandma Irma's, or tag someone who needs to know about this ASAP!

06/08/2026

The number one thing that changed how I manage my week? 📋✨

I stopped planning what I WANTED to do and started planning what I was actually ABLE to do.

Game changer.

I used to overload Monday with 47 things and then feel like a failure when I hit 12 of them. (Which, by the way, 12 things is impressive. Let's normalize that.)

Now my lists work with my real life — not against it. Shorter. Clearer. Actually doable.

The Organized Boss Life planner system is being built around exactly this idea. Because planning shouldn't make you feel behind before the week even starts.

More details coming later this year. 👀

Are you an overplanner or underplanner? Tell me your type. 👇

06/07/2026

Sunday reset, week two of June. Let's go. ✨📋

I've been doing this Sunday reset thing long enough to know it's not about having a perfect week — it's about setting yourself up to handle an imperfect one with some grace.

This week I'm resetting around one word: steady.

After a big launch, the tendency is to immediately sprint to the next thing. But steady is what sustains. Steady is what builds.

What's your reset word for this week? Drop it below — I genuinely love reading these. 👇💜

One word for your week — drop it in the comments. 💜👇

06/02/2026

Real talk: launch week is equal parts thrilling and exhausting. ✨

I've been running on a combination of Dr. Pepper and Go-Go Juice, excitement, and the emotional support of two dogs who have absolutely no idea what a relaunch is.

And honestly? That's kind of perfect.

Because the whole point of building these brands is so my life feels more MINE — not more overwhelming.

Today I'm giving myself permission to breathe. To celebrate without immediately jumping to the next thing. I'll be enjoying some hot tub time before going to the cardiologist to have another 2-week Holter (heart) monitor placed.

How do YOU actually unwind after a big moment? Drop it below — I need real ideas. 👇

If you're also someone who struggles to pause and actually enjoy the wins — this is your reminder: the list will be there tomorrow. Today, just let it be good. 💜

06/01/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY. 🥹✨

June 1st. I've been building this quietly for a long time — and now it's finally out in the world.

Sparkle With Jackie is officially RELAUNCHED. New site. New energy. Same jewelry you love — now starting at just $6.

I lost everything once. My entire website, gone. And instead of quitting, I rebuilt — piece by piece, intention by intention.

Today isn't just a launch. It's proof that starting over doesn't mean starting from scratch. It means starting smarter.

If you've been following this rebuild journey — THANK YOU. This one's for you. 💎

Link in bio. Go explore. Treat yourself. You deserve it. 🛍️

Shop link is in my bio — go explore and tag me in what you grab first! 💎 Drop a ✨ in the comments if you're shopping today.