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A Life Sans Alcohol: Why I Decided To Stop Drinking
I remember the exact moment…the time, the place, the people I was surrounded by when I had my first social experience with alcohol.
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2021: A Courageous Commitment To Change
Hello 2021. Wow, it feels weird to even type those numbers in that specific sequence; but despite how it might feel, the truth is that a new year is here. For as long as I can remember, I have always liked fresh starts.
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My Journey with Adult Acne
Adult acne…two words I never thought I would be speaking about personally. But it happened and oh boy was I not prepared for it. It has been nearly a 7-year battle, but I am feeling confident about the progress I’ve made and want to share that with you all. As you may know, I believe there is something so liberating about sharing your personal experiences…you provide this unique opportunity for others to gain insights, practical tidbits, encouragement, and more.
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Healthy Long Lashes With Avon
This post is kindly brought to you by AVON. All thoughts and opinions remain my own.
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STRENGTHENING MY SKINCARE ROUTINE WITH SHEAMOISTURE
This post is kindly brought to you by SheaMoisture. All thoughts and opinions remain my own.
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Midday Musings on Magazine
Just a few weeks ago, en route home from a trip down South, I made a quick pitstop in Baton Rouge to visit my frand, Taylor. Without the slightest hesitation, we ventured over to NOLA for a day of adventure and it was pretty much incredible.
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The Blush Slip Dress
Every now and again, I get fixated on a trend…one of those being the slip dress movement. It’s completely feminine, luxe and sexy in my opinion!
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3 Winter-to-Spring Outfit Ideas
Welp, I think we have officially hit that awkward time in the year where winter isn’t exactly over, but it isn’t exactly spring!
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Simple, But Meaningful Galentine’s Day Gift Idea
Happy Galentine’s Day! And yes, I promise this is a real holiday…I mean…just search Google and you’ll see that I am indeed correct.
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5 Unique Last-Minute Valentine’s Date Night Ideas
When it comes to Valentine’s Day (or truly any date night for that matter) Jason knows I want both a fanciful and charming experience. I just can’t help it.
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The Podcast Phenomenon
I can deny it no longer…I’ve joined the Podcast Phenomenon. I know, I know. Us podcast listeners are strange folks. It’s totally one of those things that you love or hate.
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The Beauty of Unexpected Friendships
It’s funny to think that as life changes, so do your friendships and relationships with others. To be honest, I don’t think that is something that most of us like to think about.
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Silky Soft Skin with L’Occitane
At the beginning of the year, I always find myself taking inventory of my skincare regimen and figuring out how I should move forward with it.
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Tigertree
Hello 2-0-1-8. This is my first official blog of the YEAR! While it wasn’t planned, I decided to take a little time away from the blog to get focused for the year.