I’ve been going through a thing. Almost two years ago I lost my voice on stage at my Alzheimer’s event in Nashville. It was embarrassing & scary & it never quite came back. It’s been a challenging couple of years, but we finally got to the bottom of it. I have damage to my laryngeal nerve. I tried everything I could to heal it (so thank you but please don’t give me any tips!). I was finally able to have surgery this week at @vanderbilthealth with expert surgeons, & it is sounding so much better!! I have a badass scar that’s smiling at me across my neck. (Swipe for the drawing my brother made on top of the image if you can handle it. 😂😳) I haven’t wanted to share about this much until now because it felt too vulnerable. I took for granted my ability to “use my voice” before—for my career, for a good cause, for a timely joke, for SELF-EXPRESSION, for a loud dinner party. Instead, I’ve been the quietest in the room. I’ve felt meek. New people I’ve met thought I was a shy or reserved person. I’ve felt trapped in my body. I’ve been through shame & self-loathing, all kinds of training, breathing techniques, & braces & healing & laughing & crying & explaining. I’ve met many amazing helpers along the way who’ve become amazing friends & I’m feeling SO GRATEFUL. I was awake for the three hour laryngoplasty to plump up my paralyzed vocal cord so it hits the other one (She’s so happy not to be doing all the work by herself anymore. She was EXHAUSTED). I watched a lot of it on a video screen above my head as it happened and all I can say is MODERN MEDICINE IS MIRACULOUS. THE OTHER GOOD NEWS: In the last two years, I’ve found power in using my voice in new ways. I’ve healed old emotional wounds. I’ve learned the strength & beauty of silence. I’ve become a serious meditator. I’m deadlifting over a hundred pounds. I’m taking better care of my body. I’m managing stress. I’m dissolving shame. I’m feeling more whole, empowered & joyful. As I learned from a recent @katecbowler podcast, if you’re going through hell, don’t come out empty-handed. Was losing my voice worth it? Mm, not exactly. Was it worthless? Not for a second. xo
I’ve been going through a thing. Almost two years ago I lost my voice on stage at my Alzheimer’s event in Nashville. It was embarrassing & scary & it never quite came back. It’s been a challenging couple of years, but we finally got to the bottom of it. I have damage to my laryngeal nerve. I tried everything I could to heal it (so thank you but please don’t give me any tips!). I was finally able to have surgery this week at @vanderbilthealth with expert surgeons, & it is sounding so much better!! I have a badass scar that’s smiling at me across my neck. (Swipe for the drawing my brother made on top of the image if you can handle it. 😂😳) I haven’t wanted to share about this much until now because it felt too vulnerable. I took for granted my ability to “use my voice” before—for my career, for a good cause, for a timely joke, for SELF-EXPRESSION, for a loud dinner party. Instead, I’ve been the quietest in the room. I’ve felt meek. New people I’ve met thought I was a shy or reserved person. I’ve felt trapped in my body. I’ve been through shame & self-loathing, all kinds of training, breathing techniques, & braces & healing & laughing & crying & explaining. I’ve met many amazing helpers along the way who’ve become amazing friends & I’m feeling SO GRATEFUL. I was awake for the three hour laryngoplasty to plump up my paralyzed vocal cord so it hits the other one (She’s so happy not to be doing all the work by herself anymore. She was EXHAUSTED). I watched a lot of it on a video screen above my head as it happened and all I can say is MODERN MEDICINE IS MIRACULOUS. THE OTHER GOOD NEWS: In the last two years, I’ve found power in using my voice in new ways. I’ve healed old emotional wounds. I’ve learned the strength & beauty of silence. I’ve become a serious meditator. I’m deadlifting over a hundred pounds. I’m taking better care of my body. I’m managing stress. I’m dissolving shame. I’m feeling more whole, empowered & joyful. As I learned from a recent @katecbowler podcast, if you’re going through hell, don’t come out empty-handed. Was losing my voice worth it? Mm, not exactly. Was it worthless? Not for a second. xo
I’ve been going through a thing. Almost two years ago I lost my voice on stage at my Alzheimer’s event in Nashville. It was embarrassing & scary & it never quite came back. It’s been a challenging couple of years, but we finally got to the bottom of it. I have damage to my laryngeal nerve. I tried everything I could to heal it (so thank you but please don’t give me any tips!). I was finally able to have surgery this week at @vanderbilthealth with expert surgeons, & it is sounding so much better!! I have a badass scar that’s smiling at me across my neck. (Swipe for the drawing my brother made on top of the image if you can handle it. 😂😳) I haven’t wanted to share about this much until now because it felt too vulnerable. I took for granted my ability to “use my voice” before—for my career, for a good cause, for a timely joke, for SELF-EXPRESSION, for a loud dinner party. Instead, I’ve been the quietest in the room. I’ve felt meek. New people I’ve met thought I was a shy or reserved person. I’ve felt trapped in my body. I’ve been through shame & self-loathing, all kinds of training, breathing techniques, & braces & healing & laughing & crying & explaining. I’ve met many amazing helpers along the way who’ve become amazing friends & I’m feeling SO GRATEFUL. I was awake for the three hour laryngoplasty to plump up my paralyzed vocal cord so it hits the other one (She’s so happy not to be doing all the work by herself anymore. She was EXHAUSTED). I watched a lot of it on a video screen above my head as it happened and all I can say is MODERN MEDICINE IS MIRACULOUS. THE OTHER GOOD NEWS: In the last two years, I’ve found power in using my voice in new ways. I’ve healed old emotional wounds. I’ve learned the strength & beauty of silence. I’ve become a serious meditator. I’m deadlifting over a hundred pounds. I’m taking better care of my body. I’m managing stress. I’m dissolving shame. I’m feeling more whole, empowered & joyful. As I learned from a recent @katecbowler podcast, if you’re going through hell, don’t come out empty-handed. Was losing my voice worth it? Mm, not exactly. Was it worthless? Not for a second. xo
Thank you so much for all the love and support following my last post. You reminded me of the power of authenticity, vulnerability and hope. I’m feeling validated and seen and ever more grateful. I read and responded to as many comments as I could and I’m still going! THANK YOU. I see you too. Recovery is on track and I’m feeling really good. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 With much love and gratitude, Kim ❤️❤️❤️
We are THRILLED to announce the beginning of our SECOND LOCATION for @thestore_nashville, thanks to the gift of an amazing space from @tristarcentennial! It has always been our goal to be able to expand so we can better serve the growing needs of the community. To get involved or for more information, please visit thestore.org. Thank you!
We are SO EXCITED for the Toy Store to open today!!! Thank you to our donors, volunteers and staff for pulling this together this year—it’s bigger and better than ever!! @thestore_nashville #loveatthecore #thetoystore #happyholidays ❤️❤️❤️❤️
I am so grateful for another year around the sun, feeling all that it means to be ALIVE. Sending love, and thank you for the kind birthday wishes! 🎂🎂❤️❤️❤️❤️😘😘😘
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Mondays, am I right? Also, #availableforhire #drinktomatchthedress 📸, m/u, concept design by @lauragodwinland Wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe Hair by @annawilliamshair Fun by ALL. 💗
Upping my scarf game to protect my scar from the sun… #verydemure Huge gratitude to @sukiyeagley for bringing me her amazing stash!!! 💗💗💗💗💗 #saturday #scarf #neckscarves #demure #scarcare
It’s a big birthday for my brother Jay!!! He astounds me with what he’s doing with his life. He saves bees, he still occasionally saves humans and puts out fires, he’s up for anything, and he’s a total blast (as you can see from the video). He’s an amazing brother. Happy birthday Jaybo. I love you!! #fiftieth #happybirthday @williamshoneytn
Sun has set on the summer of 2024 and this week I have my first HS senior! Parents who’ve been there done that: Send me all the wisdom. My eyes keep getting wet! 🙏🏻❤️😳
We had so much fun at The Toy Store this weekend! My favorite moments: Seeing a teen find the perfect bike and ride it off down the aisle with pride. Hearing from several volunteers that their time at @thestore_nashville has led to long-lasting and deep friendships. Watching a young boy dance and high-five Santa while his parents shop for fun surprises (he’s going to get a football and a Batman Lego that’s “fire,” according to one of my kids). THANK YOU again to all the volunteers and donors who helped our incredible staff make this happen. IT WAS MAGIC!! We served 800 families! Whew! Happy holidays!! 🎄🎅🏽
My new favorite pick-me-up drink: A healthy iced matcha! I was trying to get more greens in my diet so I threw in some arugula to the traditional iced matcha latte and it was delicious! Tell me if you try this! 💚💚 Happy Friday! 1 C milk of choice (I used organic soy) 2 tsp matcha powder 1 Tbs maple syrup (or to taste) Handful of arugula or spinach or other greens Ice BLEND and enjoy! #matcha #eathealthy #matchalatte #arugula #smoothie #shake #eatyourgreens #friday
SOUND UP. I’m louder now but I still appreciate silence, and I adore great listeners. ✌🏻😊❤️ “If you talk all the time, you’ll never hear what anyone else has to say. And therefore all you’ll have to talk about is your own conversation.” -Alan Watts Photos from another fun shoot (pre-surgery) from the creative mind of @lauragodwinland (wardrobe by @jenniferkempwardrobe hair by @annawilliamshair ) Sending love and gratitude to you all today. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻✨✨✨ #tuesdaytip
My breakfast! I used buckwheat, flax, chia seeds, walnuts, dates, raisins, @williamshoneytn honey, and coconut yogurt—packed with fiber, protein, sweetness and crunch. Happy weekend! ☀️#healthybreakfast #healthysnacking #weekend
Lorikeet Landing at @nashvillezoo 🦜🦜🦜🦜 #summerfun
@kimberlywilliamspaisley is saddling up as the new host of #FarmerWantsAWife! ❤️ Watch the Season 3 premiere March 20 on @foxtv and stream next day on @Hulu!