Balancing Life with Love, Laughter, and a Little Bit of Moxie!
Lately, I’ve been feeling the weight of the world pressing down on me. Maybe you have too. The constant stream of bad news, the injustice, the inequality, it’s just so overwhelming sometimes. But I’ve found an outlet that helps me process all of it: resistance poetry. And I’m not alone. Poets across platforms like BlueSky […]
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Recently the gym that I have been going to acquired a stair climber machine. Have you ever seen these ‘intimidating’ looking machines hiding out in some distant corner of the gym? They are the tallest piece of gym equipment and they look like a mini escalator. But there is nothing “mini” about how these things […]
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Have you ever felt the urge to express yourself through poetry? You don’t have to be a poet to write poetry, especially when the world feels heavy, and you have something to say. Poetry isn’t about fancy words or perfect rhymes; it’s about expression, truth, and using your voice to speak against injustice, pain, and […]
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Growing up in St. Louis, Missouri, I was surrounded by a culinary landscape that was as unique as it was delicious. Our city is famous for its quirky yet beloved delicacies, including toasted ravioli, the prosperity sandwich, pork steaks, provel cheese, and of course, the iconic gooey butter cake. If you’ve never had the pleasure […]
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Today, I have a special treat in store for you—a recipe that embodies the warmth and comfort of the colder months. As the seasons change and the air grows crisper, there’s nothing quite like a hearty, warming meal to cozy up with. For me, this time of year always brings back fond memories of my […]
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As the seasons change and daylight hours dwindle, it seems like time is slipping away from us. Since the time change last weekend, I’ve noticed that my days feel shorter, leaving me with less time for the things I truly enjoy—like cooking a hearty dinner for my family. That’s when my trusty slow cooker becomes […]
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The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you’re anything like me, you’re already getting excited to deck out your designs with some festive cheer! Whether you’re creating holiday cards, social media posts, or just some fun digital art, Canva Christmas Frames are an awesome way to add a quick holiday touch to […]
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The holiday season is a magical time filled with loved ones, delicious food, and special traditions. But let’s be real, the weeks leading up to the big day can feel anything but magical. From planning elaborate meals to organizing guest lists, decorating, and budgeting, there’s a lot to juggle! Enter the holiday planner: a tool […]
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If you’re a digital creator like me, you know Canva is an amazing tool for designing everything from social media posts to marketing materials, blog graphics, and even digital planners. I’ve been using Canva for nearly a decade, first for blog post covers and now for creating icons and covers for my Notion templates and […]
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If you’re a busy mom like me, juggling everything from kids’ schedules to meal planning, work tasks, and maybe even sneaking in some “me time” (remember that?), you know how chaotic life can get. Enter Notion, a magical tool that can help you organize all the crazy in your life, and dare I say it, […]
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