Life with Zee
by Zaina Marie
A little life.
A lot of Zee.
THIS IS LIFE WITH ZEE
Life with Zee is where all the pieces of me come together, motherhood, family, creativity, work, big dreams, unexpected detours, and everything I’m still figuring out along the way. This is a little glimpse into the life behind the ideas, the projects, and the purple hearts.
MOTHER
Being their mom will always be one of the greatest parts of who I am. As my daughters grow, motherhood keeps changing, and somehow, so do I. We laugh, create, disagree, learn, start over, and make a whole lot of memories along the way. Watching them become more of who they are meant to be is one of my greatest joys, and being the person they get to call Mom is a role I’ll never take for granted.
DAUGHTER
Being a daughter has shaped so much of the woman I’ve become. My mom has been a source of love, creativity, strength, and support throughout my life. The older I get, the more I understand the sacrifices she made, the lessons she taught me, and the pieces of her that live in me. I’m grateful that life continues to give us new memories to make together.
SISTER, AUNT, FRIEND, AND MORE
I’ve been lucky enough to move through life surrounded by people who have helped shape who I am. I’m a sister, an aunt, a friend, and so much more. Family has given me some of my oldest memories and deepest connections, and I love watching our family continue to grow, change, and create new stories together.
I’ve collected friendships through so many chapters of my life, from childhood and school to pageants, work, motherhood, creative spaces, and everything in between. Some people have been beside me for decades, while others came into my life exactly when I needed them. Near or far, I’m grateful for the people who continue to laugh with me, encourage me, celebrate with me, and simply have a seat with me through life.