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Trina Kay 

  • Author • Blogger • Fueled by Coffee & Audacity

Writing, healing, laughing, loving — and finally living.

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About Me

Hi, I’m Trina Kay.

 

I’m a writer, storyteller, coffee lover, and firm believer that life can still turn out beautiful — even after it completely falls apart.

 

For years, I lived in survival mode. Raising babies, rebuilding myself, learning hard lessons, and trying to figure out who I was underneath all the titles, expectations, and pain. Somewhere along the way, I found healing in writing, comfort in honest conversations, and strength in starting over.

 

Now, I share pieces of that journey here.

 

Not because I want to stay stuck in the hard chapters, but because I know what it feels like to need proof that happiness still exists on the other side of them.

 

This space is filled with real life. The beautiful, messy, ordinary kind. Books and blogging. Coffee and conversations. Healing and humor. Motherhood, love, second chances, and becoming the person you were always meant to be.

 

These days, my life feels softer. More intentional. More honest. And if there’s one thing I hope people take away from my writing, it’s this:

 

You are allowed to rebuild your life.

You are allowed to choose joy.

And it’s never too late to become yourself.

 

Welcome to my little corner of the internet.

I’m really glad you’re here.

 

Featured Essays

Thanks for the Memories

You do not have to stay the same person forever.

Blue Shoes

It was never about the shoes. Not really.

My Girlfriend is Toxic

My girlfriend is toxic. I know- that’s shocking to hear. I only ever talk about how much I love her. How amazing she is at making every day feel like a fairytale. How lucky I am to have reconnected with her after two decades apart.

Books by
Trina Kay

Collections of essays and reflections exploring survival, identity, and the process of rebuilding a life honestly.

Dismantled

Dismantled is a collection of personal essays and reflections examining survival, motherhood, identity, and the emotional work of starting over. Written with honesty and vulnerability, the collection invites readers into the quiet process of healing and becoming.

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Rituals

Writing — and healing — both require rhythm. My days begin with movement and quiet preparation before the world gets loud, creating space for clarity and focus. Coffee comes later, intentionally, during writing, journaling, and slower weekend mornings. These rituals aren’t about productivity or perfection — they are simply the routines that help me return to myself and show up consistently as a writer and human.

Letters from Trina

I occasionally send essays, reflections, and updates about writing, books, and the work behind the words. If you'd like to receive new writing directly in your inbox– you're welcome here. 

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