So I did it. I did something bold. I did something huge. I did something that many others would never, ever do. I told the world some of my most vulnerable, personal stories. I know deep down though, that I did not do something wrong. I did something that as a society, we find to be difficult and have a hard time grappling with at times. I told the truth. I shined a light on my story. I stepped outside the darkness and told MY truth. My emotional truth. My story of sobriety f

FOMO: fear of missing out. JOMO: joy of missing out. Before I quit drinking, I used to experience FOMO on a regular basis. I wanted to be included in everything, and I lived in fear of missing out. Since probably middle school, I wanted to be part of the group, and I worried what people thought of me if I wasn't included in the party. As an adult, I would scour Instagram and see pictures of people at concerts or parties I didn't go to and wonder why I wasn't invited. I was sc

I love hearing from so many people who have read my book. It lifts me up daily to hear how well women are relating to all aspects of my story. Even those that aren't struggling with alcohol, they still find ways to connect with my journey. To everyone who has read my book - please keep sharing my memoir with your friends and family. If you haven't read it yet, please give it a chance. Let us slowly keep crushing the stigma of addiction one day at a time. And let us stand toge

I just filled the last vase that I own with water and another beautiful bunch of cut flowers. This is the 7th bouquet that I have lovingly received from another wonderful friend in the last week. I officially have fresh flowers in every major room of the house, including the downstairs bathroom. Since my book, On the Edge of Shattered, came out, flowers keep arriving at my doorstep. I guess this is the number one thing you give a sober person. Obviously, you can't send them w

Guest blog post for Jazzy Book Reviews: https://www.jazzybookreviews.com/2022/11/on-edge-of-shattered-by-kimberly-kearns.html I had the opportunity to do a Guest Blog Post... here it is: What is your favorite travel spot? My favorite place to travel to is Bermuda. Aside from its charming landscape of multicolored homes and white rooftops, incredible pink sand beaches and beautiful turquoise blue waters, it holds a special place in my heart. I write a lot about Bermuda and its

It has been almost two weeks since my book has been out in the world. I had a launch party with some wonderful, supportive and loving people. I am taking each day as it comes and seeing all the goodness in this process. Because it truly has been wonderful to learn so much about myself and the people around me. I have heard reactions from some that this book touched them in ways I didn't even realize it would. Others have told me that certain stories reminded them too well of

I have received so many wonderfully positive reviews so far. Please let me know what you think and post on Amazon or Goodreads! Thank you so much!! Also, the audiobook will be out in December!! Stay tuned... Stephanie Jane (Literary Flits): "I took my time deciding whether to read On The Edge of Shattered because I was concerned that it might strike rather too close to home. Sober now for over twenty years myself, I could strongly identify with Kimberly when she talked about

I concede to the fact that I am powerless over the thoughts and actions of others. The truth will set you free. I am not responsible for the response of others. These are the mantras that I have been repeating in my mind over the past few weeks, gearing up for the release of my book, On the Edge of Shattered. Surrender. Empowerment. Well, the day has arrived. My story is now out in the world. There is no turning back, because my book has officially been launched. Boom. I trul