HiyaMargo

Can you believe it's already been a month since my book published? When I got my first copy in my hands, it felt like I was giving a hug to my younger self. I have wanted to publish a book since I was 10 years old and first got into . Now, 14 years later, I am standing with my very own published in my hands. It's surreal, to be honest.

I know I have already said this ad nauseam, but I seriously cannot thank my family, friends, and fans for helping me through this process. I wanted to take this time to highlight some of the amazing people that helped me get to this point:

My Mom, who was not only my chief on this project, but my strongest confidant. I wouldn't have been able to get through this process had she not published her own years prior. Her guidance was instrumental in helping me get to where I am now, and I couldn't be luckier to have the greatest mom in the world.

My eldest sister, Madi, who taught me how to lay out my book in and gave me several creative ideas when it came to the placement of my . The book looks monumentally better directly thanks to her contributions.

My Dad and my middle sister, Martine, who were big cheerleaders as I was writing, editing, designing, and this book. I seriously could not thank them enough for their support. I am lucky to be so loved.

My friends, namely Frannie, Doc, and Zakara, who helped me review my and who I consider my beta readers. I am so lucky to have such an incredible community of not just the best on the , but truly good friends who have helped me become the woman I am today.

And lastly, to all of you this. Everyone that has liked a post, left a comment, or shared my helped me as I was dealing with the frustrations of the publishing process because it felt like there was a larger community I was doing this for rather than just for me. Knowing there were so many people cheering on my success really helped when I was getting close to the finish line and just wanted it to be over already.

I cannot thank all y'all enough. I have in my hands because of your support. Thank you 💕

Welcome to the ABC's of , where I share my favorite spots around the City of Five Flags! Today, we are on a second round of the letter B for one of my favorite art galleries in town: Blue Morning Gallery. They have a fantastic collection of original for sale. Just about any medium you're looking for, they've got at least one that makes it.

I mean, they've got , they've got , they've got , here's some , a TON of local , not to mention , here's some , then they've got , an entire table of , another entire table of , and several really unique pieces.

I make it a habit every to stop in and take a look at what's new. But you don't have to wait until Gallery Night: they are open every day of the week, but their hours vary so make sure to check online to see when exactly they're open. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

Hiya! I'm Margo, and meet Ambrose! This is my which I've been playing since high school and, as you can see, she likes .

At pretty much every and open mic I attend, I get at least one question about the stickers. So, I want to highlight a few of my favorites and share their stories!

This week's is focused on the place I call home: the . Obviously I have stickers from businesses I've played or visited, but a few of them highlight important landmarks like the sign, another beach sign, ANOTHER beach sign, the beach itself, and a giant version of the save-a-chick sign you'll find in nature preserves around the area. This way, no matter where I go, I always have a little bit of with me.