I entered a new decade yesterday and I’ve been more emotional about it than expected. Don’t get me wrong, it has nothing to do with getting older or now being in my 30’s. In fact I’ve looked forward to this day for a long time. My emotions have come from feeling so incredible blessed for … Continue reading Thoughts on 30
Happy January, everyone! I hope your holidays were full of joy! The start of a new year can often feel full of hope, the promise of a clean slate. But it can also add feelings of pressure and disappointment. The idea that who you are now isn’t good enough, that “new year, new you” mentality. … Continue reading Hello 2023
Time slipped away from the this weekend and after having a lovely Mother's Day I never got around to typing up my recap of Part 4- L: Love People Well. I really loved this section and its talk of integrity, kindness, and legacy. All important aspects of growth and pursuing a better life, this section … Continue reading Book Club: Growing Boldly Part 4
Happy Monday, friends! I'm back with a little recap of Part 3 of Growing Boldly- I: Imagine the Life You Dream Of. With each section of this book I keep reading words that I needed to hear. Its helping me to see things in a new perspective, clear my head, and find motivation to pursue … Continue reading Book Club: Growing Boldly Part 3
Happy Monday! Sarah and I are back with our recap and thoughts on Part 2 of Growing Boldly by Emily Ley (you can find my Part 1 recap here) and don't forget to head to Sarah's recap. Part 2 of the book is all about "Utilizing What You Have"; your grit, your past, and the … Continue reading Book Club: Growing Boldly Part 2
Lately I have been trying my best to enjoy being in the moment. As someone who is constantly thinking and planning ahead this is something I truly struggle with. I especially struggle with this while on vacation or exploring a new place. I love taking pictures while traveling, but sometimes I get so caught up … Continue reading Enjoying the Moment
"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." -F. Scott Fitzgerald Photo taken in Oct. 2016 in Connecticut (Saville Dam on Barkhamsted Reservoir) For me there has always been something special about this time of year. When I walk outside on a crisp fall day and breathe in the fresh air … Continue reading A Fresh Start With Fall
"Some people who have nothing are happy. Some people who have everything are unhappy. True wealth is our perspective and the condition of our mind." - Unknown I was trying to declutter this weekend and clean out some of the storage in our basement. It amazed me that we had accumulated so many things that … Continue reading Motivational Monday: “Things” & Happiness
This past week during a trip to Target I found myself wandering through the "Back to School" section... You guys, I haven't been in school for over 2 years, but I love this time of year so much . Even in high school and college I would get excited to go shopping for school supplies. … Continue reading Motivational Monday: Back To School
"Your body is precious. It is our vehicle for awakening. Treat it with care" -Buddha Every month I think about what I want to accomplish or achieve so I set goals for myself. These goals vary in theme and topic but they all have one thing in common. In order to achieve my goals each … Continue reading Motivational Monday: Your Body & Mind
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