Desert Dreams Wreaths

10/30/2026

October 30, 2026 — A Bittersweet Freedom ❤️

Today, I received my final divorce decree.

And just like that, a chapter of my life I never wanted to end was officially over.

I wish I could say I felt nothing but happiness. Instead, I feel an overwhelming mixture of relief, sadness, grief, and uncertainty.

I never wanted any of this.

I never wanted a divorce. I never wanted to lose the marriage I believed in or the beautiful home I poured my heart into creating.

But I am finally free from years of abuse, fear, and emotional turmoil. And for that, I am grateful.

Yet the ordeal isn't over.

Yesterday, another contract on our home fell through. Months of repairs, inspections, negotiations, and disappointments have left me emotionally and financially exhausted.

My business is closing. I have no employment income. I don't know when the house will sell or where I'll go next.

At 63, I never imagined starting over would look like this.

And today, I'm struggling with something difficult to admit.

I feel like God isn't hearing me.

I KNOW He's with me. I KNOW He's walking me through this. I KNOW His timing isn't mine.

But knowing those things doesn't make the silence easier.

I've prayed, cried, waited, and tried so hard to remain faithful and grateful.

Today, I'm simply tired.

Lord, I need You to do something BIG!

I need this house to sell. I need somewhere to call home. I need financial stability and peace.

I don't need extravagance. I just want a safe home, a garden, room to create, and mornings without another crisis.

I want to live again, not merely survive.

"How long, O Lord? Will You forget me forever?" — Psalm 13:1

Even David knew what it felt like to cry out and hear silence.

Today, I'm somewhere between heartbreak and hope, between freedom and uncertainty.

I'm grateful that my marriage is finally over, but I'm grieving the life I thought I would have.

This isn't a celebration. It's a bittersweet beginning.

Lord, I know You're there. I still believe.

But please, I need You to move.

Make a way where I cannot see one. ❤️🙏

10/28/2026

💜✨ THE FINAL CHAPTER — DESERT DREAMS WREATHS ✨💜

EVERYTHING MUST GO! 50–75% OFF STOREWIDE!

After much thought, I've made the decision to temporarily close Desert Dreams Wreaths as I prepare for a major move and a new chapter in my life.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2026, WILL BE OUR FINAL DAY TO PLACE ORDERS.

This is your LAST opportunity to shop our remaining inventory of beautiful designer ribbons, luxury florals, ornaments, wreath attachments, and holiday decorating supplies.

🎀 EVERYTHING IS 50–75% OFF!

✨ Luxury designer ribbons

✨ Beautiful florals, picks & sprays

✨ Christmas ornaments & decorations

✨ Wreath attachments & specialty supplies

✨ And so much more!

There will be NO RESTOCKS. NO EXTENSIONS. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Whatever remains after our closing will not be making the move with me.

To my wonderful customers: THANK YOU for more than 11,800 sales, thousands of beautiful reviews, and years of supporting my little business. Your creativity, kindness, and encouragement have meant more to me than you know.

I'm not saying goodbye forever. I'm simply closing this chapter and trusting God with whatever comes next. 💜

🛍️ SHOP THE FINAL CLOSEOUT NOW!

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📦 Free shipping within the contiguous USA.

FINAL ORDERS: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1

With love and gratitude,

Sheila 💜

Desert Dreams Wreaths

Find the perfect handmade gift, vintage & on-trend clothes, unique jewelry, and more… lots more.

10/26/2026

God has continually reminded me that His light is not limited or selective — it is available to all who seek Him. When I allow His truth to guide me, confusion gives way to clarity and fear begins to loosen its hold. This verse points my heart back to Jesus, the true Light, who faithfully illuminates the path ahead no matter how dark the season may feel.

10/20/2026

💜💛🖤 A LITTLE NUTCRACKER MAGIC! 🖤💛💜

WOW!! Just look at this spectacular creation from our talented customer, Cathryn! 😍🎄

Using our Nutcracker Wreath Kit, she created this absolutely STUNNING masterpiece! The rich purple and gold, whimsical details, and playful nutcracker make this one unforgettable holiday design!

And her five-star review says it all! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

💬 "My Nutcracker kit is fabulous 🥰" — Cathryn

We couldn't agree more! Thank you, Cathryn, for sharing your beautiful creation with us! Seeing what our customers create is truly one of the greatest joys of Desert Dreams Wreaths! ❤️

🎉 GREAT NEWS! THE NUTCRACKER KIT IS COMING BACK!

As we prepare for our FINAL inventory closeout, we'll be re-listing this customer favorite in our Etsy shop!

✨ Limited quantities available
✨ No restocks once sold out
✨ Free shipping within the contiguous USA

🎀 FINAL CLOSEOUT — ALL REMAINING INVENTORY MUST GO BY NOVEMBER 30!

Don't miss your opportunity to create a little Nutcracker magic of your own!

🛍️ Shop Desert Dreams Wreaths:
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10/19/2026

There have been moments in my life when darkness felt overwhelming and hope seemed distant. Looking back, I can see how faithfully God brought light into those places — sometimes slowly, sometimes unexpectedly. This verse reassures me that no darkness lasts forever when God is present. His light reaches even the places I once thought were beyond hope.

10/18/2026

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT CLEARANCE — 40% OFF! ✨🎄

It's time to make room for new beginnings, and that means some FABULOUS savings for YOU! 💕

Our gorgeous collection of luxury Christmas ornaments is now 40% OFF! 🎉

From romantic pink velvet and sparkling pearls to dazzling sequins, whimsical butterflies, charming birds, and our stunning black-and-white harlequin designs, these beauties are anything but ordinary!

💕 ALL CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS — 40% OFF! 💕

✨ Gorgeous designer-quality details
✨ Perfect for Christmas trees, wreaths & holiday decorating
✨ Beautiful additions to your ornament collection
✨ Limited quantities available!

🎁 THIS IS A CLOSEOUT SALE!

We're clearing out our ornament inventory, and once these beauties are gone, THEY'RE GONE FOR GOOD!

Don't wait until your favorites disappear!

🛍️ SHOP NOW:
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🚚 FREE SHIPPING within the contiguous USA!

🎄 Thank you for supporting Desert Dreams Wreaths! Every purchase means so much as we prepare for our next chapter. 💕

Shop Unique Wreaths, Decor, Gifts and More by DesertDreamsWreaths located in Mesa, Arizona.

10/12/2026

Praise hasn’t always come easily for me — especially in seasons when life felt heavy or uncertain. God has taught me that praise isn’t just a response to good circumstances; it’s a declaration of who He is. When I choose to praise Him, even in quieter or harder moments, my heart is reminded that God remains my steady and unchanging foundation.

10/09/2026

🌿🦋 TODAY, I CHOSE ME. 🦋🌿

Today wasn’t about responsibilities, deadlines, house showings, divorce paperwork, packing, or worrying about what tomorrow might bring.

Today was about ME. About peace. About healing. About simply living. ❤️

My sister and I spent the most beautiful day surrounded by God’s incredible creation.

We hiked along the Salt River, swam in its refreshing waters, watched little fish swimming around us, and stood in awe as the magnificent wild Salt River horses gathered in the distance. 🐴💕

We wandered beneath the trees, admired wildflowers, listened to the water flowing over the rocks, and soaked in the kind of quiet that heals something deep within your soul.

Then we enjoyed a lovely lunch overlooking beautiful Saguaro Lake, surrounded by mountains and endless blue skies.

But today held an even deeper meaning.

Today would have been my mother’s 86th birthday. ❤️

I lost her to su***de when I was just 20 years old, eight days before my 21st birthday.

My mother loved butterflies. 🦋

And today, of all days, the air was filled with them.

My sister and I both noticed. We smiled and talked about how it felt as though Mom was right there with us.

Perhaps that was God’s gentle way of reminding us that love never truly leaves.

After years of heartache, stress, and simply trying to survive, I’m learning something important.

Healing isn’t always about fixing what’s broken. Sometimes it’s about stepping away from the chaos long enough to remember who you are.

Today, I laughed. I explored. I breathed. I felt the sunshine on my face and the cool river water against my skin.

And for a few precious hours, I wasn’t carrying the weight of everything happening in my life.

I was simply enjoying it.

Thank you, God, for this beautiful day. For my sister. For wild horses, butterflies, rivers, and mountains. And for the reminder that even in the midst of life’s storms, there is still so much beauty waiting to be discovered.

Happy heavenly birthday, Mom. 🦋❤️

Today was for you, too.

🙏💕 One day at a time. One beautiful moment at a time. Healing, growing, and finding my way back to peace.

10/08/2026

💔🙏 Jesus, Heal the Part Nobody Sees

Today, I discovered a song that brought me to tears. Not just a few tears, but the kind that come from deep within your soul.

Every. Single. Word. felt like my own prayer to Jesus.

These past several years have been filled with abuse, fear, betrayal, heartbreak, and circumstances that have tested my strength and faith beyond anything I imagined.

And just when I thought I could finally see the beginning of a peaceful new life, the sale of our home fell through.

I am heartbroken.

But this song speaks to something much deeper.

The pain nobody sees.

The wounds hidden behind smiles. The tears cried in private. The prayers whispered when we're too exhausted to find the words.

For years, I've kept going. Working, creating, praying, and believing God has something better waiting for me.

But being strong doesn't mean we aren't hurting.

What touched me most is that this song isn't simply asking Jesus to change our circumstances.

It's asking Him to heal the parts of our hearts those circumstances have wounded.

The fear. The grief. The bitterness. The exhaustion. The memories. The struggle to trust again.

I know God hasn't abandoned me, but I'd be lying if I said I haven't asked Him WHY.

This song feels like someone reached into my heart and put my most private prayers into music.

If you're smiling while quietly falling apart, or holding on to faith by the tiniest thread, please take seven minutes and listen.

You don't have to pretend everything is okay with Jesus.

He already knows.

Today, my prayer isn't simply for our house to sell.

It's for God to heal the wounds I've carried, so they don't follow me into the next chapter.

Jesus, heal the part nobody sees. 💔🙏

🎵 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pdnXCVy97I

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted." — Psalm 34:18

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10/08/2026

💔 A Broken Heart and a Shattered Dream

This morning, my heart is heavy.

After months of waiting, praying, preparing, and hoping, the buyers of our home have walked away.

And I am devastated.

These were buyers coming from a $1.2 million custom home who had reportedly been searching for their next home for TWO YEARS. From the beginning, there seemed to be uncertainty and hesitation. Their own home never appeared to make meaningful progress toward being listed for sale.

But I allowed myself to hope.

I believed that perhaps, finally, this was the answer to so many prayers.

We had a contract. We had a December 31 closing date. I had begun imagining a new home, a peaceful life, and a future where I could finally feel safe.

And now, just like that, we're back to square one.

What hurts most isn't simply losing a buyer. It's losing that beautiful glimpse of freedom.

For those who know what I've been living through, you understand that selling this house is about so much more than real estate. It's about escaping years of abuse, finding peace, and beginning a new chapter of my life.

I am exhausted. I am angry. And today, I am heartbroken.

I know God has a plan. I know His timing is not always ours. I know He can open doors that no one can close.

But I would be lying if I said I understood any of this right now.

I have prayed so hard for this new beginning. And just when I thought I could finally see the finish line, it disappeared.

Sometimes trusting God is easy. And sometimes trusting Him is the only thing you have left when absolutely nothing makes sense.

Today, I'm struggling. I'm crying. I'm asking why.

But somewhere beneath all this heartbreak, I still believe that God has not brought me this far to abandon me now.

I just wish I could see what He's doing.

"The Lord is near to the brokenhearted." — Psalm 34:18

If you have a moment today, please say a prayer for me. Not just for another buyer, but for strength, protection, and the courage to keep going when I'm so very tired of fighting.

I still believe my peaceful new beginning is out there.

I just thought I was finally on my way. 💔🙏