It is National Forensic Science week! This may not be an important point of recognition for some but when you lived in a thankless job for so long, ANY type of recognition felt wonderful. I remember some case family members that sent cards or flowers after I helped them. It didn't happen often, but when... Continue Reading →

I've been hearing the phrase "this season of life" a lot lately and I'm wondering if I'm not alone here. Does everything seem to be a constant stream of overwhelm? Now, I do have two littles, a business I'm growing, maybe a couple more I'm dabbling in, a house to keep up with, trying to... Continue Reading →

I hate to say the phrase "I've been so busy" because I feel like we all glorify being "busy" and it tends to come off as very negative. And while things are definitely moving for me, I am SO thrilled with where it's going. So here are a few things in the works for Emily.... Continue Reading →

Want to know how on EARTH I moved to a place that reminds me of where I first saw a grown man shit his pants? Or where I saw my first non-funeral home dead body? Me too. No really. This story was buried so deep within my subconscious that I kindof "forgot about it" when... Continue Reading →

Have you ever heard of HOMES & GARDENS?! Yeah, me too. And now I am a featured contributor and am so excited to share! The latest article, "7 things to declutter before summer starts - for a stress-free, organized space" is absolutely perfect for giving you a boost of motivation ahead of the summertime fun... Continue Reading →

Welcome to my blog! My name is Emily Speed and I am a former death investigator that decided to quit my career in forensics to live a more peaceful and present life with my family {I'm married and have two boys}. There's nothing quite like seeing death and dying everyday for 14 years to make... Continue Reading →