The Swift Side of Me
Connecting through Art & Storytelling
"You take my hand and drag me headfirst, fearless!"
-Taylor Swift
Find Your Swiftie Vibe: Choose From Our Collection of Blogs
- Date: May 4, 2025
Starting Scared, Creating Anyway: Inspired by the Fearless Ones Who Keep Going
In this blog post, Kate reflects on her struggle with imposter syndrome while relaunching a creative project, drawing parallels to past experiences in nurse practitioner school and the curated confidence often seen on social media. Inspired by Taylor Swift’s vulnerability and resilience, Kate explores how even successful people face self-doubt, and how embracing imperfections can lead to authentic growth. Ultimately, the message is about finding the courage to “create anyway,” reminding readers that starting scared is still starting—and that self-belief matters more than feeling fully ready.
- Date: April 22, 2025
Easter Sunday: Family, Gratitude, Healing…and a Brief Moment for Swifties
Kate reflects on her recent emotional journey through depression, trauma, and healing. With the decision to host Easter dinner, Kate symbolically reclaims her joy. Drawing from personal experiences in oncology nursing and the mental toll of witnessing suffering, Kate shares how therapy, vulnerability, and creative expression--like decorating Taylor Swift-themed Easter eggs--have helped in the healing process. Kate provides yet another example of times when Taylor's lyrics serve as a source of comfort and connection during darker moments.
- Date: April 10, 2025
The Power of Mindset: Channeling Your Fearless Era
Kate reflects on the idea of being "fearless", specifically in regards to love. Fearless (Taylor's Version) is all about young love, showcasing its magical and heartbreaking qualities. Kate tries to answer the question whether an individual can truly be fearless in love. Drawing from personal experiences and growth, Kate embraces the idea that fear is inevitable-in love, life and healing- but choosing to move forward anyway is what truly makes someone fearless.
- Date: April 4, 2025
The loml: A Tribute to My Sweet Boy, Leo
Today's blog is a tribute to Kate's furbaby Leo, who suddenly passed away a few days ago. As always, hear how Kate has used her creativity and Taylor's music to begin the grieving process. More than ever, your support checking out this especially sentimental blog would mean the world to Kate. Please let us know what you think in the comments!
- Date: March 31, 2025
You Belong With Me: Celebrating the True Power of Friendship
Kate reflects on the evolving nature of friendships, particularly over the past year, as she has navigated life's changes, including a car accident. It highlights how the frequency of hangouts doesn't determine the strength of a friendship; rather, it's about loyalty and showing up for each other during life's ups and downs. Kate shares her experience hosting a Galentine's event, where she brought together women from different parts of her life, learning to appreciate the value of connection and support in friendships, despite the varying stages of life. Ultimately, it emphasizes that true friendships ensure, no matter how much time or distance may pass.
- Date: March 27, 2025
Last Kiss x Sad Beautiful Tragic
Kate explores the emotional journey of heartbreak through Taylor Swift's songs "Last Kiss" and "Sad Beautiful Tragic." Both tracks capture the complex process of grieving a lost relationship, with "Last Kiss" focusing on the shock and disbelief of an unexpected breakup, while "Sad Beautiful Tragic" delves into the gradual realization and acceptance of a mutual parting. Kate reflects on how these songs mirror personal experiences, highlighting the messy, non-linear path to healing and the tension between holding on to good memories and acknowledging deeper issues in relationships.
- Date: March 21, 2025
The Swift Side to My Story: Turning Pain into Passion
Kate shares her transformative journey following a life-changing car accident in 2023. Inspired by The Eras Tour and solo travels through Italy, Sugar & Dice Design Co. and The Swift Side of Me was born--created to connect with others and embrace a creative era. Despite ongoing challenges with chronic pain, Kate is driven by a renewed sense of purpose and excitement for the future, eager to share her story and vision with the world.
- Date: February 27, 2025
Let Them Eat Cake: Celebrating Love & Birthdays, Swift Style
In this heartwarming post, Kate celebrates her partner R’s birthday, Taylor Swift-style, by baking a special cake with deep personal meaning about their relationship. The post highlights how baking became a meaningful way to make birthdays unforgettable, even during uncertain times. For Swifties and bakers alike, this sweet treat is a perfect blend of music, love, and creativity, capturing the essence of a love story that feels like something straight out of a Taylor Swift song.
- Date: February 25, 2025
Tim McGraw x cowboy like me
In this post, Kate kicks off the “Surprise Song” series by analyzing the mashup of Taylor Swift’s Tim McGraw and cowboy like me from The Eras Tour, noting how her acoustic performances evolved during the international leg of the tour. The post contrasts the innocent, youthful love in Tim McGraw with the more cynical view of love in cowboy like me, reflecting on Taylor’s growth from idealistic romance to a more complex understanding of relationships. The post also questions whether the love interests in both songs represent true love or manipulation, inviting readers to share their thoughts on the evolution of Taylor’s songwriting.
- Date: February 22, 2025
From Surprise Songs to Swiftie Riddles
In this post, Kate takes us on a surprising journey from the initial disappointment of missing out on The Eras Tour in Canada to an unexpected adventure in Stockholm! Inspired by Taylor’s surprise songs, Kate began creating unique fan art that turned each piece into a fun, interactive riddle for fellow Swifties to solve. This new creative outlet has blossomed into The Swift Side of Me, a space to build community, share art, and dive deep into the magic of Taylor Swift’s music.
- Date: February 20, 2025
The First Verse in My Swiftie Story
In this heartfelt post, Kate shares the story of how Taylor Swift’s music became the soundtrack to her life, starting from a pivotal moment in 2008. From discovering Our Song on The Ellen DeGeneres Show to navigating personal struggles with Swift’s music as therapy, Kate explores how Taylor’s lyrics have been a source of strength and inspiration. Now with her new blog The Swift Side of Me, she invites readers to join her on a creative journey that celebrates the power of music, storytelling and community.
