You’re here.
That makes you a star.
You ready to #shinebrightly?
Yeah, me too!
Come see me at the place:
A Star in My Universe
Happy? Maybe. Happier? Getting There.
Improving ourselves is an ongoing process. No one is ever really a perfectly formed adult. I mean… what would all those therapists have to do?
BEACH Aware
I have proudly worked with Ovarcome for the last five years to spread awareness. This year we are working hard to help share the beach symptoms through a new campaign called #teachthebeach. I hope you will join me by sharing these five letters with those you love. It could save a life!
Eating Better and Other Stories from “I Know I Should, So What’s Stopping Me”
We’ve all heard the saying “you are what you eat.” While it was originally coined to encourage people to lose weight, there is some truth in those words when it comes to healthy eating. The food we eat directly fuels our bodies. It provides energy, as well as essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that we need to be healthy.
Let’s get Schwifty: Rick & Morty are Available Across the Multiverse and DVD
OOH WEE! Rick & Morty is a favorite in our household and has been for a long time. So we were ready to go on an intergalactic adventure across the multi-verse with the release of the Rick and Morty: The Complete Seasons 1-6 boxed set on Blu-ray™ and DVD.
Let’s get SPOOKY!
If you’re like me and like to decorate every nook and cranny for Halloween, this is for you!
It’s More than Relaxing
When people mention mental health, we often hear them saying the words ‘try to relax’ or ‘take a break’. And while they mean well, and both of these things are very important when it comes to your health, they are not the be all, end all of it. Instead of just taking a break when we find ourselves exhausted, we need more proactivity and consistency taking care beforehand. But what more can we do?
With Friends Like These…
I love it when I get to learn about great shows from my children, That way we can share in it together. That is the case for me with the animated hit, “Smiling Friends”. Also, if you know anything about me, you know I love the title.
A Ghoul-ishly Good Time
My girl may have grown up (though she still has a handful of dolls) but guess what? So has Monster High. With its latest film, Monster High, The Movie. Nickelodeon has brought the daughters of our favorite horror characters into the live-action world.
Little People, Big Leaps
Your baby’s development is important, especially within its first year. While my babies bodies are grown (or almost),it wasn’t that long ago that mine were teetering and toddling all over.
As I watched their bodies stretch and grow at crazy rates, inside their minds were matching or even exceeding this growth. They were experiencing the world for the first time and their brains soaked up the world like tiny sponges every waking second. It was an exciting thing to watch and a learning experience for me
It’s Never too Early to Spread Cheer
When Old World Christmas approached me about their beautiful ornaments, of course, my heart leaped. I can’t wait to hang a couple on my tree. But that is a little bit away. Today, I am more excited to share this amazing contest that they are hosting.
A Clean Trade Out
I have been writing about changes I have been making in my home to try improve our sustainability. Recently, I was gifted a new product to try and I love it.
Should I Stand for This?
Recently, the last one has moved beyond the living room into the office. Standing desks have quickly become the newest buzzwords in office ergonomics; so let’s take a stand (pardon the pun) on this issue and examine if these towering worktops truly live up to their hype or not.
Finding Relief from Chronic Pain
My readers know I have been struggling with chronic pain for some time now. I’m trying to learn more about how to options, especially holistic to address that. I thought I would share some of what I’m learning.
I’ve Unleashed My Wanderlust: Discovering Solo Travel
So, here’s a confession. I have never traveled alone. But many of my friends have and they tell me how empowering it is. Now that I am solidly in the sixth decade of life I am ready to venture into this realm of travel - the exhilarating world of solo travel. So I thought I would take you with me on a deep dive into the kind of soul-stirring, solo vacations that every globetrotter (or wannabe) should be brave enough to embrace at least once.
Meditation? Ha! Four Reasons It Isn’t Working
So you’ve tried meditating, but nothings happening. It’s hard to get through a short session without giving up and feeling even more stressed. I mean what’s the point?!?!
Why is this happening? WHY??????
Embracing Aromatherapy
We’re always hearing about something new to help us feel better. Whether it’s health lotions and potions or remedies; something’s always coming out. But what’s for real and what’s bull-BEEP?
Give Your Mental Health a Boost
Each and every day, more and more of us are struggling with stress, anxiety, and depression, and it’s important that we’re not neglecting our mental health.
I Saw the Lights
Last month, I shared that I would be checking off a bucket list item and attending a water lantern festival. I am happy to report that three days after my 52nd birthday, bucket item checked!
Our Summer of Fun
Last fall, my family and I moved to Buffalo, NY. As we moved into our rental literally four days before my daughter’s first day of school, we did not have much time to explore.
But now, it’s summer. Our summer of fun and I am sharing our Upstate NY Bucket List suggestions.
Read for Free
With traveling a lot, a recent move and purge, and well, inflation, I haven’t been buying as many books as I did before. To begin, I started using my Kindle more, because as long as I have my phone I would have a book. Fortunately, I found there are many places online where you can download free eBooks. I thought I’d share a few popular sites for you to check out.