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šæ Finding Clarity, Alignment, and Peace in Your Life
At 39, standing on the edge of 40, itās easy to feel a pull between all youāve done and all you want to become. For many of us, this is a season of reflection ā a time to stop performing, stop striving just to meet expectations, and begin living from alignment and peace. I recently Read more
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Why Balance Is a Myth and What You Should Strive for Instead
Weāre told to strive for balanceābut what if the pursuit of balance is whatās making us anxious? Hereās why blending, not balancing, is the more realistic and grace-filled way to live. Read more
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5 Books Iām Reading This Summer to Grow, Laugh, and Get Chills
After a bit of an unplanned reading break (thanks, life!), Iām easing back into books with a summer reading list thatās equal parts personal growth, spooky fun, and style reboot. From confronting my introvert tendencies to redefining my wardrobe and diving into haunted houses, here are the five books Iām most excited to readāand why… Read more
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Dizzy Spells & Zebra Stripes: Living (and Venting) with Chronic Illness
Alright, letās talk chronic illness. Iāve been diagnosed with a few conditionsāand there are a few more on the āsuspectedā list. Yay me, right? In all honesty, it could be worse. Iām grateful for the good days, but today, I just need to talk about it. First up: Fibromyalgia.What is it, exactly? Honestly, it feels Read more
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One Bite at a Time: Garden Woes, Family Joys, and PolyFamily Thoughts
Whewāwhat a week itās been! Between my garden, school, work, family birthdays, and PolyFamily (yes, we need to talk about Episode 4), life is moving fast. So hereās a quick catch-up on everything going on in my world: š¶ Garden Update Letās start with the garden. Honestly, itās struggling a bit. I think it just Read more
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PolyFamily Episode 3 Recap: Emotions Run High, Connections Run Thin
This week on PolyFamily, emotions boiled over, relationships were tested, and the paternity question continued to shake the foundation of this unconventional family. Breastfeeding & Bonds Episode 3 picks up with a continuation of the breastfeeding storyline. Taya’s milk has officially come in, but Alicia shared that hers did notāan emotionally charged moment that highlights Read more
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Mother’s Day, Milestones, and Managing It All: A Peek Into My Busy, Blessed Life
A Beautiful Mother’s Day Filled with Love, Laughter, and Bacon Dressing I want to start by thanking my husband and kids for an amazing Mother’s Day. My kids didnāt complain too much (win!), and my husband had everything perfectly organized. He gifted me a spoon bracelet Iāve wanted for agesāit’s vintage, elegant, and made from Read more
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A Historic Day for the World ā and for My Catholic Heart
Today was a truly historic day ā not just for my Catholic family, but for the world. The white smoke rose above the Sistine Chapel, signaling the election of a new pope. And for the first time in history, the newly elected pontiff is an American. Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago has become Pope Leo Read more
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Poly Family Episode 2 Recap: Baby Farts, Bottles, and Paternity Drama
First and foremostāif you love ghost shows, Sean gives major vibes like the guy from The Hozier Files. Just had to get that off my chest before diving in. So, baby Quentin is here! His birth was a C-section, and I was honestly surprised (but pleasantly so) that all three parents were allowed in the Read more
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May the 4th Be With You: Life, Goals & Gardening This May
First and foremost, May the 4th be with you! As a Catholic, I always want to say āand with your spiritā afterwardābut I know thatās not quite appropriate here. š Itās a beautiful Sunday here in South Carolina. My husband and I took full advantage of the gorgeous weather by planting new bushes and flowers Read more