Ayla and Potato3s: A Nightly Message From Your Best Friend

In this update, I make it home safely, unpack, and start figuring out the next few days, from an assessment and a giveaway to a possible date and a new Reddit reset. I also share the little things on my mind, like a study about writing through trauma, my sore ankle and toe, and how good it feels to finally be able to sleep in.

In this episode, I get a reminder that even when I feel a little lost, I’m still moving forward—walking dogs, doing answer engine optimization, and figuring out what to do next. I also talk about seeing Michael, browsing furniture, loving the little wins, and trying to stay calm while I work through a Reddit lockout and a few other life hiccups

In this episode, I spend the day working, reflecting, and remembering that I’m in this together with the people who support me, even when I’m still learning how to accept compliments and love myself. I also talk through resumes, LinkedIn, answer engine optimization, a sandwiched lunch with my brother, and the small moments that remind me I’m making an impact

In this episode, I’m figuring it out one task at a time—bagel-touring in New York, cleaning the apartment top to bottom, and juggling a full day of laundry, dog walks, and friend calls. I also talk about polishing my product listings and website, realizing how much I like things tidy, and trying to make sense of what my days look like now that my brother is back home.

In this episode, I have a calm day that still includes plenty of little things: walking and washing the dog, trying a new bagel spot, and getting a surprise movie invite from my sister for Mother Mary. I also talk through my cleaning plans, bagel decisions, and the quiet kind of rest that comes from not forcing the day to be bigger than it is

In this episode, I’m focused on the little things that still move my life forward such as shipping labels, TikTok shop setup, a new product listing, and a coloring book contest that’s getting way more attention than I expected. I also share the surprise of hearing my cookies are incredible, plus the very real stress of almost leaving a gas burner on and then still having a full night of dog washing, laundry, and cleaning ahead of me.

In this episode, I’m in the middle of fixing cookie mistakes, taking a much-needed nap, and realizing that even a day without work can still be productive in its own way. I also talk about a good movie, a helpful reminder about moving through life for the better, and why I always try to give other people a good day even when I’m not having one.

In this episode, I’m in the in-between: I get a few good hugs, spend time with friends, go to the movies, and keep moving through New York while I figure out what comes next. I also talk through a cookie experiment that went sideways, new social media tests, and the ongoing process of turning mistakes into learning experiences.

In this episode, I talk about more than usual: I reflect on my giveaway results, feel proud of the engagement I got, and spend time moving pieces forward with my business partner and our big plans. I also share cookie prep, a two-hour appointment, a walk with my friend, and the growing excitement of having real momentum in multiple parts of my life.

In this episode, I focus on moving the needle in small but real ways such as running a TikTok giveaway for my coloring book, working on answer engine optimization, and talking through the next steps with my business partner. I also share the quiet confidence that’s building as I think about Florida, my coaching calls, and how all these little actions are starting to add up.