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Bullet Journaling: A Secret Weapon for Staying Awesomely Organized

As my busy life gets busier, I’m continually on the look-out for the things that act as workarounds, short-cuts, and hacks. After all, there’s only so many minutes in a day and I really need to never lose sight of what can make my already packed schedule flow smoother. I started using a Bullet Journal… Read More Bullet Journaling: A Secret Weapon for Staying Awesomely Organized

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My Inner Hoe | Confessions of a Crappy Gardener

16/02

So as you can tell from prior posts, I am elbow deep in my initiative embrace my new inner Green Thumb. However, if past history repeats itself, it will more likely be an outer Black Thumb….but I am willing to give gardening another try. Last year was the first year I kinda felt like “I… Read More My Inner Hoe | Confessions of a Crappy Gardener

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Lessons on Being Genuine from The American Pickers Guys

12/02

I am not a huge TV-watcher, but I do enjoy a handful of programs that are kind of like my relaxation and decompress after a long day of having to think and “do” for multiple people. American Pickers is a family favorite. I even had a chance to visit their Nashville location in 2016 and… Read More Lessons on Being Genuine from The American Pickers Guys

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Wisdom for when Nifflers, Facebook, and Shiny Objects come Calling

09/02

The day started well enough with big intentions and grandiose plans of conquering my ever-growing To Do List. I woke feeling rested, ready to take on the world and even do crazy things like pay bills and change the TP roll. My business was also sorely in need of some attention and emails, and clients… Read More Wisdom for when Nifflers, Facebook, and Shiny Objects come Calling

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Goddess Month 2019

01/02

February is Goddess Month. What’s that? It’s a chance for women to celebrate, honor, and pamper themselves for a whole 28 days (even though we deserve more) without guilt. Goddess Month is aalllll about self-care. Before you start Googling like mad (because you’ve never heard of such a thing) just know that this isn’t a… Read More Goddess Month 2019

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A Girl Power Coloring Book for all ages: RealGirls Revolution

09/01

Anyone who knows me knows that adult coloring is my jam. Anything that is line-art-inspired, that can be colored with coloring pencils or Sharpies makes my heart sing. And then I came across a fellow Minnesotan that offered up a project that made my heart sing even louder. Terri Birnbaum’s The RealGirls Revolution was created out… Read More A Girl Power Coloring Book for all ages: RealGirls Revolution

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Sandwiches, Time Travel, Dinos, OH MY #GraphicNovel

05/01

Time Sandwich by Matt Brennan with illustrations by Jonathan Reich This young adult graphic novel is quite the hoot! I knew I was going to be in for a treat when I saw the tagline of “A Start in the Middle Book” on the front cover. When Tuckie and Huggs discover a time machine, they have… Read More Sandwiches, Time Travel, Dinos, OH MY #GraphicNovel

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The older I get… (a battle cry for wise women)

31/12

The older I get…well, I’d like to think I get wiser. Not like Yoda-wise, but I think all women can attest to the fact that, as they age, their intuition sharpens and their self-confidence rises. Yes, we may be “sagging” in places, but I am pretty sure that the heart of a Tigress still beats… Read More The older I get… (a battle cry for wise women)

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Roots, Wings and Feeding my Soul

27/12

Turning 50 was hard on me. Like, hot-mess-daily-ugly-cries-pity-party-for-one, hard. But now, at 53, I can honestly say I LOVE being in my 50’s. I don’t know what or where it came from, but being 53 is rich and fulfilling. “Wisdom” is a word I proudly own and wear like a merit badge. The days go… Read More Roots, Wings and Feeding my Soul

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5 Tips for Creating the Perfect Author or Freelancer Bio

11/12

A few weeks ago, I talked about writing an effective About Page. About Pages can be intense, but are also an excellent way to share what makes you tick as a business professional and what you have to offer other entrepreneurs who are in need of a helping hand. Get the scoop on creating an… Read More 5 Tips for Creating the Perfect Author or Freelancer Bio

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5 Steps to Writing an About Page

08/12

With a fresh cup of coffee in your hand and your trusty laptop at your side, you prepared to snuggle in and create an About Page for your business that will make your prospective readers and customers giddy with the anticipation at the thought of working with you. Then it happens…your mind goes blank and… Read More 5 Steps to Writing an About Page

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Tips for a healthy and peace-filled Holiday Season

06/12

Guest post from By Teresa Farrell, Registered and Licensed Dietician at Essentia Health. Tips for a healthy and peace-filled Holiday season By Teresa Farrell, Registered and Licensed Dietician at Essentia Health. We all love the holidays but most of us find it’s also a very hectic time of year, often too hectic leaving us tired and… Read More Tips for a healthy and peace-filled Holiday Season

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