Rise Up Designs

This week’s cup of cafecito comes with a side of graduation glitter, family feels, and a  little  rock ‘n roll. ☕💃🏽✨ Let’s start with  Gracie , my little star who just graduated  5th grade ! 💐🎉 This was no ordinary graduation—she’s part of the very first class to go from Kinder all the way through 5th. From district honor choir to silver medals in roller skating, this girl is already collecting wins like it’s her job. Middle school better  bring it , because Gracie’s coming in hot. 🔥 Then there’s  my nephews, Ricardo and Ralphie , who both graduated in  Laredo, TX  and reminded me that our family doesn’t just show up—we  shine . ✨ 🎓  Ricardo  graduated from  Alexander High School , earning  Magna Cum Laude Honors 👏🏽. I didn’t make the ceremony but I  did  attend the celebration—and let me tell you, that party brought so much joy. What made it extra special? His band with his brother  Benny  did ...

 This weekend wasn’t about crafting, tumblers, stickers, or blog posts. This weekend? It was all about MY NIECE . 💕 My niece had her very first out-of-town roller-skating competition , and I was not about to miss it. From the moment my sister mentioned it, I knew I had to be there—not just for her, but for my sister, too. Because let’s be honest: these moments matter. 🛼 Watching My Girl Shine Let me tell you— she nailed it. She had the cutest routine, the biggest smile, and the kind of bravery that made my heart want to burst out of my chest like a cartoon character. Was she nervous? Probably. Did she crush it anyway? Absolutely. Watching her out there, doing her thing, reminded me of something really important: Showing up matters. Cheering matters. Just being there? It’s everything. 🚗 The Quick Trip That Meant Everything We weren’t gone long—just a quick road trip up to Dallas and back. But in that short time, I got to: Laugh and talk with my sister Help her not fe...