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January 12, 2026

I haven’t blogged in a while. That pause was not accidental. It was grief. It was anger. It was watching what is happening in our country and struggling to find words that didn’t feel too small for the moment. What is happening right now with ICE, with authoritarian power grabs, with the treatment of immigrants, […]

August 17, 2025

Cristina, owner of Sweet Pea Ink Creative, shares her habit of singing Taylor Swift loudly while walking, highlighting the importance of authenticity in branding. She emphasize that true branding goes beyond aesthetics, rooted in personal stories and experiences. Sweet Pea Ink Creative aims to create genuine brands that resonate, encouraging others to embrace their real narratives.

June 8, 2025

Ten years ago, Cristina experienced severe burnout as a teacher, leading to a transformative decision to return to marketing and graphic design. Through healing and walking, she found clarity in brand strategy, emphasizing that a brand is shaped by personal stories and resilience. Cristina found authentic branding connects deeply with audiences.

May 26, 2025

A heartfelt message aimed at midlife women, particularly Taylor Swift fans, encouraging them to embrace their life experiences as powerful brand stories. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity in storytelling and branding, inviting these women to express their complexities and truths through creative branding that resonates.

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