Hi, I’m Tina — a nurse practitioner, a wife, and a proud mom to four amazing versions of myself who keep me grounded and constantly remind me to find the joy in life. Most of my professional career has been in emergency departments and urgent care settings, where I care for people during some of their hardest, most unexpected moments. It’s challenging work, but even in those intense environments, I’ve always tried to bring light and laughter—something to ease the weight, even if just for a moment.
Over the years, my family and friends started affectionately calling me a unicorn—because I often do things my own way, follow my own path, and find joy in places most people might overlook. Others would joke that I must live on Fantasy Island, because I’m the one always suggesting we do something fun to shift the mood or bring a smile. While some might take those names as criticism, I’ve come to embrace them. They’re not only true, but they’ve become a part of how I move through the world.
The first mobile trailer I started working on was originally for one of my daughters. When her plans shifted, I saw an opportunity to bring a new vision to life—one that blended my love for spontaneous creativity and bringing joy to others. At the same time, another one of my daughters was building her own business creating healthy, nutritional drinks that were fun and creative—and her dedication inspired me to dream even a little bigger.
That’s how Spikes & Glimmers was born. “Spikes” for the unicorn—unexpected, bold, a little magical. “Glimmers” for the little joyful moments we all need more of. I wanted to create a mobile bar experience that brings people together through fun, beautiful drinks that spark smiles—whether it’s from the taste, the look, or the memories made while sipping them.
This little trailer has grown into a way for me to share light, connection, and celebration with others—one event, one drink, one glimmer at a time.
