“Good vs. bad,” “us vs. them.” Labels, preconceived bias, discrimination, stereotypes… I know these well. They create suffering and separation. They hurt. They confine you to expectations based on what others think they know about you. Sometimes you feel discouraged, feel like giving up, because you buy into their idea of who you are and how that’s …
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It was way past bedtime when my bonkers family and I decided to embark on a magical adventure. Taylor Bare and the WhollyART girls were curious and curiouser to see ALICE THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS, which is now playing in theaters everywhere, presented in Digital 3D™, Real D 3D and IMAX® 3D. They wore their pretty Alice …
Blogging is such a blessing because I can lend my voice and my outlet to promote causes I am passionate about. And I know what you’re thinking… I *am* passionate about so much! I recently visited Washington D.C. to attend the Partnership for a Healthier America 5th Building a Healthier Future Summit. A nonpartisan nonprofit, led by …
My brother and I had a friendly argument recently. I don’t know if your family members are like mine, but sometimes we remember things differently. Perspective, and sometimes even a pinch of self-importance, can change the way a memory is perceived. You were never hit by the books! – he insisted. We lived in a …
Mother’s Day is a time of the year when many people celebrate warm memories of mom with flowers, cards, chocolate, hugs, and laughter, but it is also a day that awakens pain for many of us; whether it is because of loss, infertility, or trauma. It makes me smile when I see messages that acknowledge …
I saw her across the room and I was instantly attracted to her light. It had been the most horrible year and I desperately needed light in my life. She reminded me of myself when I was her age: a dreamer, an adventure seeker, and a passionate learner. She was sixteen and I was nineteen, …
I’m obsessed passionate about keeping my children safe, and I realized I hadn’t had a safety conversation with you before. So, today, I’ve teamed up with Tide to share tips on how to make your home toddler safe. I’ve personally found that toddlerproofing or childproofing is a never-ending task. It only really takes a second …
Up until recently, I didn’t have a self-care routine and my beauty routine is still in the works. I used to tell myself that I didn’t have time, that it was too expensive, and that it wasn’t a need, let alone a priority. Within the last two years, I’ve been learning about makeup, getting mani-pedis, …
I haven’t slept in over three years. I was sleep deprived during my pregnancy, and after Pige was born, the little rest I got diminished even more. When I was offered to try a proven way exhausted moms can get more sleep, I was a bit skeptical, yet extremely interested. I’m sure you can relate …
One thing I know to be true about life can be summed up in one word: EVOLUTION. Sure, I can look back ten years and see how my life is so far from what it used to be that it almost seems scary, but we don’t have to go that far to see transformation. I …