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Here, you will find my life’s work and passions, the three branches that tell the story of my journey:
Adventures with Ms. Tracy – Healing hearts. Growing minds. Outdoor adventures rooted in story, wonder, and connection. These experiences are designed for women and families who long to step outside, breathe deeply, and rediscover themselves through nature and literature.
Becoming Ms. Tracy – Healing my heart. Growing. my mind. This is my personal story of resilience, reinvention, learning, unlearning, and finding courage after loss, trauma, motherhood, and change. It’s the ongoing evolution of who I am becoming—and an invitation for you to grow alongside me.
23 Cherry Tree Lane – Healing hearts. Growing minds. A nurturing space where early childhood development meets creativity, emotional safety, and joyful learning. Here, I focus on the foundational years—helping children flourish through connection, play, and coordinated care.
Each of these branches was born from my own rebirth over the past few years. They are tender, intentional, and significant pieces of my heart.
And no matter where you are on your own path, you are welcome here. You may notice trees woven throughout the design—that is intentional.
Nature has been my refuge. I’ve learned that every species of tree plays a vital role in the forest, just as each of us has a purpose and a place in this world.
So, take a moment to wander through my little corner of the internet. This is a gentle, safe space meant to encourage and inspire you.
My hope is that you leave feeling the way you do after a quiet walk in the woods—renewed, refreshed, and just a little better than when you arrived.
All Things Ms. Tracy was created as a home for every dream tucked inside my heart.
Rather than separating my passions into different ventures, I wanted one strong, deeply rooted place where my personal story, my professional calling, and my commitment to meaningful work in the world could grow together.
My logo—a mighty oak—captures that vision. Inspired by the ancient oaks of Georgia’s Golden Isles, it symbolizes resilience, endurance, and beauty shaped by time. The photos you see come from Cumberland Island—a wild, hauntingly beautiful place woven with stories of strength and survival.
Cumberland holds deep history: it is home to one of the first African churches in the region, a sacred space built by and for a community whose courage and faith transformed the island. It is also a place shaped by powerful women—women who led, loved, labored, protected, and persisted. Their legacy lives in the live oaks, the salt air, and the untamed paths. Their presence reminds me to stand firm, speak truth, and continue becoming who I am called to be.
As I continue my journey toward becoming an LCSW, my work is grounded in compassion, integrity, evidence-based practice, and a deep belief in the inherent worth of every person. My heart beats for social justice, advocacy, and walking alongside those who live at the margins. Whether I’m working with children, supporting families, guiding women on adventures, or writing about healing and becoming, that commitment remains my north star.
All Things Ms. Tracy is the intersection of it all—
my faith, my becoming, my professional path, my love of nature, my work with children, my advocacy, and my calling to create spaces where people feel seen, safe, encouraged, and empowered.
This is more than a brand. It’s a rooted, wholehearted way of being in the world.
“The Oak Tree”- A mighty wind blew night and day. It stole the Oak Tree’s leaves away. Then, snapped its boughs and pulled its bark until the Oak was tired and stark. But still, the Oak Tree held its ground while other trees fell all around. The weary wind gave up and spoke, “How can you still be standing, Oak?”
The Oak Tree said, I know that you can break each branch of mine in two, carry every leaf away, shake my limbs, and make me sway. But I have roots stretched in the earth, growing stronger since my birth. You’ll never touch them, for you see, they are the deepest part of me. Until today, I wasn’t sure of just how much I could endure. But now I’ve found with thanks to you, I’m stronger than I ever knew. ”
About Ms. Tracy
Hi friends! I’m Ms. Tracy!
I’m a mother, Gigi, student, adventurer, early childhood professional, future therapist, and a woman rebuilding a beautiful life after profound change.
In 2019, my world fell apart in a way I never saw coming. I faced a sudden and tragic divorce that reshaped everything I thought my life would be. My pastor used to remind us: it’s not if the storm comes, but when. And when my storm hit, it arrived with force.
Then came 2020. The world shut down, and a global pandemic layered with uncertainty, isolation, and collective grief on top of my own heartbreak.
As life unraveled, everything shifted at once. I launched my last child into adulthood, stepped into the quiet of an empty nest, relocated to a new place, changed careers, and made the brave decision to go back to school—all while learning how to rebuild a life I no longer recognized.
Yet in the midst of devastation, I discovered what I had always known in my heart:
God is who He says He is.
He walked with me through loss, rebuilding, and a thousand small new beginnings. He was faithful then. He is faithful now.
Dr. Brene` Brown says it best, “Midlife is when the universe gently places her hands upon your shoulders, pulls you close, and whispers in your ear: I'm not screwing around. All of this pretending and performing—these coping mechanisms that you've developed to protect yourself from feeling inadequate and getting hurt—has to go.” And so it began….
“Imagine what our neighborhoods would be like if each of us offered, as a matter of course, just one kind word to another person.”
What followed has been a journey marked by courage, grit, tenderness, and deep healing. My life today looks different from anything I could have ever imagined—AND it is profoundly beautiful. I have rebuilt it piece by piece, slowly and intentionally, learning to trust myself, trust God, and trust the process.
Nature became my refuge. Quiet trails, winding rivers, and the stillness of the woods taught me how to breathe again. Books became my companions. Children became my purpose. Education became my path forward. And little by little, I became someone stronger, softer, and more whole than I ever thought possible.
Today, I am living in a season of becoming, adventuring, learning, and doing the work God created me to do. I’m discovering what true belonging means (thank you, Dr. Brené Brown), and I’m learning to Rise Strong and Brave the Wilderness with an open heart.
Professionally, I am pursuing my calling as a therapist—with a heart for healing children, families, strengthening emotional foundations, and helping everyone I meet feel seen, safe, and connected. My work is shaped by integrity, curiosity, social justice, and a deep belief in the inherent worth of every person. I am passionate about supporting families through the hard places, empowering them to grow, and offering gentle, practical tools for healing. My hope is to offer others the same comfort, courage, and companionship that helped me find my way through.
Because we truly need each other. We are better together. And friend—I’m so glad you’re here.
Tell me, what it is you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?
-Mary Oliver
Ms. Tracy’s Beliefs
I’m so glad you’re here!
It might feel unusual to include a personal belief section, but we’re living in a time when so many people are searching for meaning—and often feeling divided or overwhelmed. I want to offer clarity, kindness, and transparency from the start. Everything I do here is rooted in integrity, courage, and wholeheartedness.
For me, that looks a whole lot like Jesus.
My faith shapes the way I live, love, work, and serve. Every decision I make is filtered through what I call the “Jesus filter”—a commitment to compassion, honesty, humility, justice, and grace. I would not be where I am today without Him. Part of living out my faith is a deep passion for social justice, supporting those who live in the margins, and showing up through volunteer work whenever and however I can. I believe in protecting the vulnerable, amplifying unheard voices, and helping others find pathways toward dignity, safety, and hope. Serving people who are often overlooked is not just something I do—it is woven into who I am. At the same time, while I am openly and joyfully a follower of Jesus, I hold deep respect for other faith traditions. I know each of us is on a unique spiritual journey, and you are welcome here—fully and without condition. This is a space for gentleness, kindness, and generous listening. Whether you’re taking an adventure, working on becoming your best self, or seeking early childhood services, you matter.
And hate toward anyone will never be tolerated, in person or online.
As for politics, I do not engage in identity politics. Our country is already deeply divided, and I have taken a personal vow to focus on listening, connecting, and building rather than arguing. I strive to choose grace over debate and to focus on what brings us together, rather than what tears us apart.
If you’re interested in this same heart posture, I’ve found the (&) Campaign to be a thoughtful resource. You can learn more at andcampaign.org
Thank you for understanding—and thank you for being here. We really are better together.
All of Ms. Tracy’s Things
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Adventures With Ms. Tracy
Healing hearts. Growing minds. Outdoor adventures rooted in story, wonder, and connection. Step outside, breathe deeply, and rediscover yourself through nature.
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Becoming Ms. Tracy
Healing my heart. Growing. my mind. My personal story of resilience, reinvention, learning, unlearning, and finding courage. Here’s your invitation to join me.
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23 Cherry Tree Lane
Healing hearts. Growing minds. A nurturing space where early childhood development meets creativity, emotional safety, and joyful learning.
A Few of My Favorite People
“How do you describe Ms. Tracy? Authentic, kind, generous, brave, resilient, determined, and an optimistic force in the world. What else could anyone need to know? Just tell her that something can not be done and sit back and watch her make it happen!”
“Ms. Tracy embraces life with such contagious enthusiastic energy that it’s an encompassing invitation for everyone to come along for the adventure. She is a beautiful combination of a welcoming, accepting heart and a fiery, challenging presence.”
“Ms. Tracy has been a friend, an ally, and a welcoming ray of sunshine for years. She has walked with me through some of life’s most difficult situations gracefully and kindly. When others would have turned away, she leaned in. She embraced my children, made sure they felt all the love and healing they possibly could, and helped us transition into a beautiful and safe space in life. The world needs more of the goodness that Ms. Tracy spreads everywhere like glitter.”
“Ms. Tracy doesn’t back down from facing hard truths, pivoting her plans, and moving forward. Whether faced with divorce, new education opportunities, financial challenges, or building a dream, she always moves forward. Temporary fear is simply another obstacle to be overcome. Belief in her God and a passion for adventure have filled her life with a joy that she can’t help but share with others. I am thankful to know her.”