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by Jessica de Vreeze (Hopeje past 13 years alias) May 31, 2026 Number of comments0
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Progress Over Perfection, Trust Over Fear, and Finding Balance

As May comes to a close, I reflect on two lessons that kept returning: don’t wait for perfection, and don’t be afraid to tell your story. Between being a mom of three, an artist, observing Shabbat, navigating family spread across continents, and building new projects, this month reminded me that progress, rest, courage, gratitude, and letting go all have their place.

by Jessica de Vreeze (Hopeje past 13 years alias) May 17, 2026 Number of comments0
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Have You Ever Hunted Pythons in the Dark of the Everglades?

Sometimes life gives you beautiful milestones and emotional exhaustion at the exact same time.

This past season has been filled with difficult realizations, family transitions, moments of pride, moments of doubt, motherhood, fatigue, growth, letting go… and also deep gratitude.

A reflection on what happens when we keep showing up because we must, even while emotionally and physically depleted — and on learning that balance is not only needed after the storm, but before and during it too.

by Jessica de Vreeze (Hopeje past 13 years alias) February 9, 2026 Number of comments0
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Where Art, Motherhood, and Trust Meet

From planes to galleries, school runs to solo shows, and Amsterdam to Miami to Las Vegas — a behind-the-scenes glimpse into life in motion. Between art, motherhood, community work, and personal growth, this post celebrates the beautiful chaos, the invisible reality behind creative success, and the courage it takes to trust your path while juggling ambition, family, and heart. 🤍✈️🎨

by Jessica de Vreeze (Hopeje past 13 years alias) November 2, 2025 Number of comments0
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What Mayci Neeley’s Book Reminded Me About Humanity, Womanhood, Motherhood, Courage, and Truth — and What Women Have in Common, Wherever They Come From

I finally finished Mayci Neeley’s book — one I had preordered months before it even came out. What began as a tough read, filled with pain and uncomfortable truths, slowly unfolded into something deeply meaningful.

Womanhood, Motherhood — in all its forms — is a universal language. No matter where we come from, we share the same fears, hopes, and strength to grow through life’s hardest moments.