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It's all my fault

It's all my fault

06/01/2019 12:00 PM personal development

I had every intention of quitting my part-time job last month. This job is with a company that I have been employed for over 21 years.

It's For The Best

It's For The Best

05/01/2019 11:00 AM personal development

When was the last time you did something just for you? I’m not talking ‘bout normal everyday things either, like taking a shower.

Eggs & Veggies

Eggs & Veggies

04/24/2019 10:00 AM recipes

Several months ago I was at a conference. The hotel we stayed at offered made to order breakfast. So, of course, I choose that over the Breakfast buffet.

Personality Quiz

Personality Quiz

04/10/2019 08:00 AM personality

I believe that taking personality quizzes are fun. The results tend to shed a little light on your behavior. They may even help you discover

Today Is The Day You Fail

Today Is The Day You Fail

04/02/2019 12:00 PM personal development

Yep, I said it. I want you to fall flat on your face today

The Follow Up

The Follow Up

03/26/2019 11:00 AM health and wellness

Well, 6 months have passed and it is time to go back to my new doctor to have my lab work done. I am excited to see if my choice of supplements changed anything

Homemade Chip Dip

Homemade Chip Dip

03/13/2019 11:00 AM food, recipes

Do you enjoy a salty snack every once in a while? Pair this homemade dip with some salt chips for a snack made to satisfy that craving.

Time For Some Spring Cleaning

Time For Some Spring Cleaning

03/04/2019 10:00 AM personal development

Get ready it is time to start spring cleaning. Now wait a minute, that is not the type of Spring cleaning I am talking about.

DIY Lotion Bars

DIY Lotion Bars

02/26/2019 08:00 AM diy

Are you looking for a quick, easy do it yourself lotion recipe? This is our favorite recipe to use, and my 4-year-old loves using her lotion bars

Wash Your Fruit & Veggies

Wash Your Fruit & Veggies

02/19/2019 09:00 AM essential oils

Do you wash your fruits and veggies? Or are you more like how I use to be and just rinsed the fruits and veggies off?

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