Coping With the Loss of a Pet
I have always been a dog lover. My parents had a cockapoo when I was born, and when I was in first grade, we got two darling cocker spaniels named Jake…
The Truth About Salt
Tricky health information is all around us, yet rather than toss up our hands in defeat, we’re taking things step-by-step with help from our favorites over at Chalkboard Mag. Below they’re sharing about salt,…
Let’s Bring Back the Sunday Supper
This post is brought to you by Bertolli. Don’t just eat, Mangia! The weekend is creeping to a close, and you’re already wishing Monday wasn’t a mere 24 hours away. Wouldn’t…
On Telling Our Inner Critic to Quit It
As much as we all want to be confident, self-assured women, there’s a nagging little voice inside our head that tries to tell us we can’t be — that we’re inadequate,…
What’s It Really Like to Go on an African Safari?
Before I was born, my parents went on their first African safari. Growing up, I heard stories of their experience and looked at pictures of lions and giraffes and zebras.…
February Eyes
February teases with shifting light Pink sunsets and a whisper on wings Soon, darling. Soon, sunshine. Soon, spring. February teases with blessings in breezes Love notes for strangers Come quickly,…
Do We Need New Love Songs?
I often wonder if my marriage will be the death of me. I say this without sarcasm or angst, and I mean this both literally and figuratively. As the caregiver…
5 Awesome Things to Do When Stranded at the Airport
A Note From The Editor: If you’re headed anywhere fun for the long weekend, FabFitFun is at the ready to share their airport advice should snow, rain or sleet slow you down. For more travel,…
Monthly Music Mix: Jazz, Darling
She saunters into the half-light, her emerald dress sashaying with each brush of the snare, unknowingly. His eyes quietly follow her path, carefully shaded away in his corner booth. Palms…
The Achiever Embodied: Safi Life
Inspired by a dedicated young woman who put herself through school despite the great tragedies she had faced in her youth, Devon Ogden founded Safi Life to help other girls in Rwanda…
A Pep Talk for Wearing What You Want
Here’s the challenge: This Valentine’s day, celebrate yourself. I’ve realized that I’m happiest when I am trusting my gut. Loving who I was created to be. Taking risks. Just doing…
An Edible Valentine: Chocolate Rose Petal Bark
As Valentine’s Day approaches, we begin to see the grocery store aisles fill with brightly colored candy and mass-produced chocolate. As if nothing says “I Love You” like a Kit Kat. Some…
