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Yes! I always need (me) time.
Do you need time? I always wish I had more time. Whether it be for accomplishing tasks or meeting a deadline, more time usually equates to less stress for me. One thing I always am in shortage of (usually) is time for myself. Between work, raising a kid, and keeping a house in order (at…
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Veggie Packed Pasta Bake
This pasta bake is full of hidden veggies, shredded and less detectable by my picky toddler. Veggie Packed Pasta Bake Ingredients: Directions: Notes: This is a super flexible recipe. You can mix up the type of noodles, use your favorite pasta sauce, or top with your favorite blend of cheeses. My family loves ground turkey,…
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It’s OK To Ask For Help
What’s something you believe everyone should know. One thing I think everyone should know is that it’s OK to ask for for help. I am a very independent person and personally have a hard time asking for and accepting help. And I know that I’m not the only one. A turning point for myself is…
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Being a Kid at Heart
What does it mean to be a kid at heart? I think that being a kid at heart means different things to different people. For me, when I feel like a kid at heart is when I’m out doing something carefree, without the worry of outside restraints or stressors. As an adult, it is often…
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Daily Prompt: I Love Breakfast
What food would you say is your specialty? I love to cook, bake, and experiment with recipes. One thing I love to cook for others is breakfast or brunch. It always reminds me of family gatherings and special occasions. Whenever there is a busy weekend or day ahead of us, I love to whip up…
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Daily Prompt: Scuba Diving
What’s the biggest risk you’d like to take — but haven’t been able to? I’ve been intrigued about Scuba Diving in recent years. My brother began Scuba Diving as part of his firefighter training, and that in turn resulted in his recreational diving as well. My family lives in Wisconsin off the coast of Lake…
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All the Fall Fun! And Settling Into a New House
What have you been working on? Packing up a house, moving, and the subsequent unpacking is a lot of work. We moved into our new house a couple months ago and about 90% of things have been unpacked and I ran out of steam for that last 10%. The last few weeks we’ve been jam-packed…
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I Have Aspirations of Completing a Solo Backpacking Trip
What’s something most people don’t know about you? Hiking is something I LOVE to do. I love getting outdoors, being in nature, and the peaceful solitude that comes with it. I did a one-night mini backpacking trip with some friends two years ago, and it planted the seed that I want to do something more.…
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Lazy Days are a Matter of Mindset
Do lazy days make you feel rested or unproductive? Lazy days are all about what you intend them to be. As a mother, runner, and former healthcare employee I know all about the importance of a good lazy day to recharge both physically and mentally. We live in a society that is on the go.…
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The Measure of Sucess: Those Who Rise Through Hardship
When you think of the word “successful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind and why? When I think of success, I think of my parents. My father is someone who built his own business from the ground up. In my childhood I got to experience the trials and tribulations my parents went through.…