I know it’s pretty cliché to be a fan of fall right now, but I do not care. It really is my favorite. I love cool mornings and afternoons. Mornings where you can sip coffee for hours and it tastes so great. I love when the leaves change colors. I also get a … Continue reading Why I Love Fall and Other Random Updates
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Polar Bears and Waterfalls
The other night I had the most incredible dream. I was walking on a very narrow and rocky path along the mountainside. I know there was someone else with me but I can’t remember who it was or if it was anyone I actually know. I was very scared along this path because I was … Continue reading Polar Bears and Waterfalls
Confession: I Enjoy Going to Work
I feel I am rather blessed with this fact. There have only been a few points in my life when I have woken up and dreaded going to work (all of those occurrences when I was in retail and hospitality). Those were also signs to me that I needed out of those jobs. Now, don't … Continue reading Confession: I Enjoy Going to Work
How the Spark Returned
Ten months ago, I wrote about how I was burned out on teaching in this post: Why My Fire Burned Out. Yesterday, I found myself looking at Education Master's degree programs and even in the future, Doctorate degree programs in education and human development. That doesn't sound like someone who is planning on leaving the profession … Continue reading How the Spark Returned
My “Yes” List
This past Sunday was International Kindness Day. While it is always great to be kind to others and goodness knows this world needs more kindness in it, people need to remember to be kind to themselves. I have been doing a lot of introspection into my own happiness. I created my own "yes" list, inspired by … Continue reading My “Yes” List
Core Desired Feelings- 2016
If you have not read Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte, I HIGHLY recommend it. After quite the year of ups and downs I decided to take her approach to resolutions. Not setting specific goals, but identifying how you want to feel and deciding what you need to feel that way. The book includes the first part, describing … Continue reading Core Desired Feelings- 2016
Spend Time, Not Money
A few years ago, I wrote a post about Black Friday (found here). I hate Black Friday with a fiery passion, mainly because it brings out the worst in people. So this is another plea to you all, please spend time with your families this week don't plan your life around shopping. More importantly, please … Continue reading Spend Time, Not Money
Authentically Living
I've been writing and rewriting this blog post in my head since this afternoon. Today, I am beyond infuriated with how I am treated as a young, unmarried woman. Here is why: I received a "gift" in the mail today from an "Aunt." This gift included a note and a few books. Sounds lovely right? … Continue reading Authentically Living
Chance encounters
The past 2 weeks have been full of chance encounters. People who have inspired me and brought my attention towards what I really want in life. It's been an interesting experience and I am very thankful for them. One situation was completely out of the blue and confusing but it was amazing. Here's what happened: … Continue reading Chance encounters
Soul Food Sunday: Barbara Stanny’s “Sacred Success”
I've been reading Barbara Stanny's book Sacred Success and while I'm not finished with it, it has been eye-opening. Now that I've been immersed in the career world working for other people, I realize that it doesn't work for me. I have a fascination with finding away to do what I love and being able to enjoy life … Continue reading Soul Food Sunday: Barbara Stanny’s “Sacred Success”
Confessions of A Likely Spinster 