One Year Ago, I Had Dreams. Today, I Have… Well, This.

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Is your life today what you pictured a year ago?

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Is your life today what you pictured a year ago? Let’s be honest. If you’re anything like me, last year’s you was brimming with optimism. You were writing goals in a brand-new planner, color-coded and stickered with reckless abandon. You imagined a life where you’d wake up before dawn to meditate, sip a perfectly frothy latte in chic loungewear, and transform into a version of yourself who answers emails with lightning speed.

Cut to today:

• My alarm goes off, and I snooze it like I’m defusing a bomb.
• The frothy latte? It’s still frothy—because I reheated it twice after I forgot it existed.
• My chic loungewear? Let’s just call it ‘seasoned’ (pilled leggings and a sweatshirt that says, “I Need More Lattes”).

What about that book you swore you’d write? Wait—I did write a book. Take that, self-doubt! Published on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books and just about every corner of the internet where words live. That’s right—last year’s dream became a reality, and I’ll shamelessly pat myself on the back for it.

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But for the rest of those plans?

• The dream trip to Italy? I carb-loaded on boxed pasta while watching Under the Tuscan Sun.
• The six-pack abs? Well, I’ve definitely got a six-pack… of Red Bull in the fridge.

Sure, life might not have gone according to plan, but look at what you did accomplish!

• You figured out how to mute yourself on Zoom (a 21st-century life skill).
• You learned that no amount of mascara can fix a midnight existential crisis.
• And somewhere along the way, you survived—whether it was with humor, caffeine, or a new appreciation for elastic waistbands.

So here’s to another year of dreams, slight chaos, and realistic expectations. Maybe this year I’ll write another book, become a calm, cool, composed goddess, or just upgrade my sweatshirt. Either way, I’m proud of me. And if I can do it, so can you.

Your turn—what did you picture your life would look like? And how’s it really going? Let’s share, laugh, and sip lattes together.

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Dorey Duncan Scott Senior Litigation Paralegal

Hi! I’m Dorey Duncan Scott, a mother of three, wife and fashion entrepreneur. I started my career in fashion back in the early 90’s when I did print, still and runway modeling. I studied Fashion Merchandising, Music Business and Marketing, while also obtaining certificates in such industry-necessary areas such as make-up, styling and runway choreography. In addition, I had work as a spokesmodel for several brands, appearing in print and in person. As a former model, turned senior litigation paralegal, artist manager and on-air personality with a passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development, I bring a unique combination of style, strategic thinking, and legal expertise to my work. My years navigating the legal world have sharpened my attention to detail, while my experience and passion for fashion, beauty, and personal development drives my desire to help others feel empowered and help them in their journey toward self-empowerment. My experience in the fashion world has taught me the power of confidence. 

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