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March 28, 2014
Friday Favorites
We all have those things we love and take everywhere. The things we couldn’t even fathom being without for any extended period of time. Here are my top 5. Laptop – I have 2. A 13” Mac Book Pro and an 11” Mac Book Air. I had a Chomebook before the air and it just... READ MORE »
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March 27, 2014
DIY: Girls Spa Birthday Party!
This past weekend, we celebrated my daughter’s 6th birthday with 11 of her kindergarten friends from school. I wanted to come up with a unique idea that isn’t the traditional birthday party – something different than going to Monkey Joe’s, a gymnastics party, Sky Zone, etc. So, this year, I did some research and get... READ MORE »
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I Need An Entourage
After much thinking, I’ve decided I need an entourage. Entourage defined is: a group of people who go with and assist an important person. Ok, fine. I realize I’m not really an important person (except in my own mind) but as a blogger/author/all around fabulous person, I have come to realize I can’t do this... READ MORE »
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March 26, 2014
A Mother’s Day Never Ends
A mom’s day is not a short one. I wouldn’t even say it’s a medium sized one. It’s damn long no matter how you slice it. When my kids were really little they needed constant watching over and I couldn’t wait for the days until they were more independent and I could get some rest.... READ MORE »
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March 25, 2014
Top 5 Things To Get Me Out Of A Funk
Do you ever have those days where you feel nothing is going right, the world is against you, you work so hard and get no return and you want to just say F@*% it all? Yeah…we’ve all had those days. I had one of those recently and while I was beating myself up I... READ MORE »
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Nails are the NEW BLACK!
Nails are one of those things on the list that society has stereotyped to be a “girls thing.” Therefore, it’s expected of us – whether we like it or not. I have a sister who is all about her nails – she manicures them 2-3 times a week. I personally go back and forth. Sometimes... READ MORE »
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March 24, 2014
Money Monday
In last weeks Money Monday post I talked briefly about needing to tighten the financial belt. My ultimate goal by the end of this year to pay off all credit card debt and I would like to also pay off half my car loan (I just bought it in Oct. when the transmission on my... READ MORE »
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Raising a Businesswoman
One day my daughter, Ella, said “Mommy, I want to make bibs with you when I grow up”. It touched my heart and made me realize that even though she is 6, she sees that I am trying to create something. I don’t know that she always understands it to be my “job” but she... READ MORE »
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March 22, 2014
Weekend Reading
I could spend all day surfing the web and reading amazing blog posts by fabulous bloggers so I thought I would share my fave’s from the week for your reading pleasure. Because I like food… Chicago famous foods Because I like fashion… Spring Essentials Because I am always trying to improve Keeping Your Blog Fresh... READ MORE »
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March 21, 2014
Friday Favorites
Once again it’s Friday and I want to share 5 of my fave’s with you. Today I have chosen protein bars. I realize it’s not a sexy topic but I eat them a lot and I always am in search of new brands to try because as much as I LOVE my carbs the older... READ MORE »
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