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Oops, Daisies, and Dreams: Interview with Author J.M. Guilfoyle

December 3, 2025 by Liz SanFilippo Hall Leave a Comment

J.M. Guilfoyle

A supportive writing community can make a world of difference in an author’s journey, and that’s precisely where I met Jenn, who publishes under J.M. Guilfoyle. Our local writing group hosts more than just educational monthly meetings; the group features a number of “paths,” based around interests. From a critiquing group to a tech path (which Jenn leads), there are an incredible amount of ways to … [Read more...]

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I’ve always loved to write. But when I had kids? I’ve always loved to write. But when I had kids? I no longer had hours upon hours to immerse myself in different worlds. Still, I did my darndest to find small blocks of time to journal, to muse, to think through my ideas… here I share one of my old journal entries, which, even years later, I find encouraging and a reminder of what writing means to me. (Please note… I don’t share my kids’ names publicly! Hence the redaction). * #NotesFromMyPastSelf… in which I read old journal entries and share some wisdom from my younger self. Because, surprisingly to me, I had some words of wisdom even when I was sleep deprived with my younger kids. #WritingCommunity #MomLife #Journal #MoreThanMom
✨ It’s officially here! ✨ Between caregiving ✨ It’s officially here! ✨Between caregiving, chores, and work… I kept putting myself and my writing last. But journaling helped me find my way back to my creative goals.If you’re a mom who used to love writing but lost touch with that creative spark, this is for you.Or… if you’re a mom who has always wanted to write but didn’t know where to start, this is for you, too.I’ve created something really special — The 28-Day Creative Spark Workbook — a digital download designed to help you reconnect with your voice and carve out just 10 minutes a day for your writing.Inside you’ll find inspiring prompts, motivational quotes, and printable affirmations to help you:* Reignite your creativity* Overcome self-doubt and perfectionism* Finally start telling the stories that have been living inside youThis is your chance to rediscover the joy of writing and remind yourself that you are so much more than “mom.”Ready to write? Click the link in my bio! #Journaling #CreativeWriting #MomLife #DigitalDownload #LetsWriteThank you to @blondieandbears  for the incredible pics!
When I set out earlier this year to update my blog When I set out earlier this year to update my blog, I forgot just how much content I had on there. After launching in 2015, I wrote posts somewhat regularly for years before the demands of full-time work pushed my “passion project” blog to the side. But, just in case you haven’t noticed, Oops & Daisies is no longer a “passion project.”It’s a full-fledged small business. A home for my writing and thoughts on building a life that encourages self-expression. A place where I tell the stories of other creative moms who are carving out time and space for their self-expression. A hub for tools, resources, and inspiration to foster your own sustainable creativity practices, with a focus on creative writing and journaling (more coming here in the new year!). But, as I’ve been auditing my old blog posts and removing content that I deem no longer “helpful” or “relevant,” I realized something. It’s okay to reinvent yourself. It’s okay to pivot. Why did I realize this? I used to be in network marketing. I used to, gasp, sell makeup and skincare. Looking back now, I honestly kind of cringe. But as I read through some of my older posts, I realize just how much that foray into direct sales did for me at a point in time where I felt like I was floundering.It helped me claw my way back to “myself” after becoming a mom. It gave me an outlet to try something new. Was it a bit misguided? Yes. But was it also kinda special and important in that season of life? Yup. That’s why I’m not deleting everything related to that part of my life (just the makeup/skincare blog posts), because multiple things can be true at once. Just as it’s important to give ourselves the grace to change, it’s important to honor who we were in the past, too.#CareerChange #Blogging #Reinvention #SeasonOfLife #Identity #WritingLife #Creativity
Maybe you’re looking for some accountability wit Maybe you’re looking for some accountability with your writing. Or maybe some inspiration. Or maybe you just want to be a part of an awesome and encouraging writing community.Introducing Sparks and Scribbles, a new writing community hosted by me and fellow author and friend @creeping_between_the_margins over on BlueSky. Join us for a weekly prompts to keep the muse flowing. We start the first FREE challenge in the new year! Participate by visiting the link in my bio. 🤗#WritingCommunity #Accountability #WritingPrompts #Creativity
If I had to sum up my work in November, it’d be If I had to sum up my work in November, it’d be this: I’m putting my voice & stories out there as much as I can. I’ve focused so long on ghostwriting and helping others with their stories that I think I forgot, somewhere along the way, that my voice is important, too… That’s not to say I’m done with ghostwriting & editing (I’m definitely not since that’s the bulk of my freelance business right now!), but I also want to share my stories, which I’m doing, in part, by growing my blog. I have so many fun things in the works, & I can’t wait to share more. In the meantime, here’s just a peek at what I was up to in November work-wise: - Overhauled website content for a public health company- Participated in multiple workshops/conferences, including a voice workshop with the incredible Rachel Browne @emergentvoice and the Lettuce Solopreneur Summit- Pitched multiple essays & articles to a wide variety of publications on a wide variety of topics - from willow trees to why I won’t use a Kindle to read.- Published three blog posts - Quietly launched a digital download (I’ll be talking more about this soon - promise!)- Relaunched my blog newsletter- Started applying for grants to scale Oops & Daisies- Worked on a bunch of creative writing projects, including revising a dual-POV YA contemporary book, short stories, and a new poetry collection (I’ve already decided I need to pick one to focus on this month; which one will it be?)- Began interviewing other moms about how they fit creative self-expression into their lives (Interested in a virtual tea/coffee chat? Message me!- Gave myself permission to dive back into art just for the sake of creating. So, no, that’s technically not “work,” but I find pursuing my artistic inclinations helps my writing and work, too.And oh so much more creativity and writing fun… but you’ll have to wait for those details, or, you know, subscribe to my blog ;) ***Hi, I’m Liz, and I’m a creative writer who is learning to step out of her own way. I’m also a content development consultant and creativity coach who helps people and companies tell and share their stories.#CreativeWriting #WritingProcess #LizsWritingJourney
How do you stay on track with your goals/plans? How do you stay on track with your goals/plans? I’m alllll about the bullet journal because I love how I can make it all my own. I know it’s not everyone’s cup of tea, but I find the process somewhat like meditation... and it helps me be super intentional. Since it’s the last day of the month, here’s my monthly spread for December! Time to start planning for the last month of the year 🤯#BulletJournal #MomLife #WAHM #OrganizationHacks
Did you know that my blog is a small business? 🙂I’ve spent the last few months updating the site, and while I have (a lot) more in the works, I thought today would be a good day to share a bit about Oops & Daisies. When I first started the blog in 2015, I intended it to be a place to share my writing and talk about juggling the competing priorities that arise when we become parents. I vowed to share about living life “zoomed out”--to talk about the joys but also the hard stuff related to parenting, too. While the basic principle behind the blog still holds, I’ve become a bit more intentional in my content… and pivoted to talking about the intersection between parenting, work, and creativity, with a big focus, no surprise here, on writing. So, how can you support Oops & Daisies this #SmallBusinessSaturday? (All links available through my bio).1. Go check out the blog and leave a comment or two. 2. Share your favorite posts with someone you think might be interested.3. Buy my picture book, Etta Betta and the Beast, a silly tale about a girl who thinks her parents brought home a beast for a pet. (Spoiler alert: he’s really a bulldog). 4. Check out my affiliate links and shop (currently through Amazon and Bookshop) at no extra cost to you; more coming soon! 5. Grab my digital download, a 28-Day Creative Spark Workbook, designed for busy moms who want to carve out time and space to write. (If you have any issues checking out, please let me know! This is BRAND NEW). 6. Send me a message with any questions you have about writing and/or creativity and/or self-care… and just know that it might influence a future blog post! 7. Interested in writing but want support? Book a complimentary Creative Spark Strategy Session with me to discuss how we can potentially work together. 8. Follow me on socials. 9. And last but not least, subscribe to my email newsletter to be the first to know when I have a new book or product to launch! Thank you for your support! ❤️#MomLife #WritingCommunity #CreativityEveryDay
I’m not going to sugarcoat it. 2025 has been a t I’m not going to sugarcoat it. 2025 has been a tough year for our family in more ways than one—to the point that when the phone rings, I have to stop myself from thinking it’s some sort of bad news. I know. You probably couldn’t tell from my social media feeds that this was the case. I try to focus on the positive, on the good things, on the bright side. And I don’t just do this on social media; it’s part of my personality… I NEED to find the good and focus on it, because if I don’t, I know what a dark spiral that can be. I might not be religious in the traditional sense, but I do believe where there is darkness, there can also be light. No matter how rough a day can be, I try to find the bright spot. Sometimes it’s my kids’ laughter. Other times, it’s losing myself in a good book. Other times, it’s as simple as enjoying a comfort food dish. Today, like every day, I am grateful. For my family. For my friends. For art, and nature, and the beauty around us each and every day. For realizing that I am just one small part of this big, bold, amazing universe. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. In the hubbub of today, take a breath. Relax. Do something that you love. I hope you’re surrounded today by people you love and care about. I know I am. #MomLife #Reflections #LifeIsAJourney #Thanksgiving
The eagle perched, Waiting, Surveying, Until the The eagle perched, Waiting, Surveying,Until the perfect moment, When he was ready to fly. #Poem #WritingLife #NorthernMichigan #Inspiration
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