05/19/2026
It has been a few years and wanted to let you all know that I am STILL HERE! After Paparazzi, I just kind of 'closed the door' both physically and emotionally.
I needed some space to just exist without the 'overcast' of yet another failed venture and give Social Media a break.
But, as God always says, where one failure ends, hope begins. I opened a few Brick 'n Mortar shops in Houston to not only sell my jewelry but also curated home decor and gift items that I just loved!
I did this as part of a collaborative venture inside Painted Tree Boutiques with 250 other vendors at each location. I named the shop after my late 'Mother in Law' (or at least I always hoped she would be), Deanna Meurer.
It was VERY successful until about a month ago when the entire company closed all of their 62 stores and left ALL the vendors inside without a home, without an explanation. Just that we had to 'clear out' in 10 days.
So after focusing on my family, my business and work the last few years, I am taking some much needed time off this summer to re-evaluate.
In the meantime, we will be going LIVE again via WhatNot in July to clear what is left of our inventory so we can re-brand and re-launch in the Fall. Stay tuned!
Hope you ALL are well, healthy and happy!
Pics below were from Mother's Day and my favorite 5 little people two of which are new as of last year: Joyce and Josiah!
