💅 New Beginnings, New Connections ☀️💐 As a bibliotherapist and community-builder, I know the power of connection—whether through stories, poetry, or people. Moving from the Bronx to Massachusetts has been one of the most challenging transitions of my life. The holidays felt especially isolating as I longed for the warmth of my community. Yesterday, I decided to carve out a moment of self-care and booked an appointment at Adanie Nails Studio (1350 Main Street, Springfield, MA). What I thought would be a couple of hours for myself turned into something so much more. I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Stephanie, the talented studio owner, and her incredible daughter. Stephanie is not only a mompreneur and social worker but also someone who deeply understands the courage it takes to build a business in a new place—she moved to Springfield a year ago to expand her Puerto Rican owned nail studio. The service? Impeccable. I indulged in an acrylic overlay manicure and a spa pedicure with gel polish. The venue? Cozy and inviting. The vibes? Absolutely top-tier. But beyond the nails, what stayed with me was the enriching and fulfilling conversation with someone I look forward to getting to know better. This experience reminded me that new beginnings often hold hidden treasures: new friends, new inspiration, and new places waiting to welcome us with open arms. Sometimes, when we’re brave enough to step into the unknown, we find exactly what we didn’t know we needed.🥹🙏🏽 If you’re in the Springfield area, I can’t recommend Adanie Nails Studio enough for a little pampering and a lot of good energy. Stephanie, thank you for the beautiful nails and for reminding me that community can be rebuilt, one connection at a time. 💅✨ Let’s step into new chapters with open hearts in 2025 - who knows what (or who) is waiting to meet us? 💌 Tag a friend who needs this reminder and check out @adanienails to support Stephanie’s amazing work! • •
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