Last week...starting Monday morning felt like a week that was just headed down the wrong train path. I was stuck on the track and could never get back to the right place or in the right direction. I spilled matcha (yes, my favorite) all over my laptop, I overslept, I couldn't get ahead of my ...
Beat the Work Week Scaries
We've all heard of the "Sunday scaries" but do they really stop there? The work week "scaries" are a real thing too, and they begin on Sunday and don't stop until around 5pm on Friday. Raise your hand if you agree...I know I am. But how can we beat them? Prep your to do list ...
10 Ways to LOVE the Fall Season
Written by contributing blogger, Daniela Forte. My favorite season is finally upon us! I am so happy! Can you sense my excitement through this blog post? Fall is my favorite season, the crisp air, the light jackets and plaid scarves in the apple orchards. Oh, it is just heavenly. I’m from New England where people from ...
30s vs 20s…the real deal
I will admit, turning 30 (5 years ago) was a milestone I was nervous about. That number seemed scary. I mean it just seemed "old", an obstacle, I wasn't ready for. And then my bday came and passed, and I felt not much different. However, as I progressed in my early 30s, and moved to ...
So many intentions, so little “adulting”
Every week and especially weekend, I think to myself, I'm going to such an awesome "adult" and get all these tasks completed - everything from laundry to spring/fall cleaning, to reading that book I've had on my coffee table for weeks, put in extra time for my workout, eat healthier because I have the time ...
Productivity and Relaxation – it can happen
This past weekend, I struggled on whether I needed to stay in all weekend or if I would be able to go away for the weekend as originally planned. I had more on my plate for work than I originally anticipated and felt a tad overwhelmed on how much I should tackle to not only ...
Would you rather be a lifetime movie or a hallmark movie?
Well let's think for a second....lifetime movies are typically a little outrageous whether it's psychotic nanny, jealous significant other, kidnappers, and so many other crazy scenarios you dream will never be something you encounter or live through yourself. And then there's Hallmark...a cycle of love stories told from one inn owner or cupcake maker to a ...
Starting to feel a bit like Halloween…
You pass by the stores and you see the orange pumpkins, the shelves of candy, and the arched backs of black cats and witches hats. It's that time of year, when the leaves start changing, it's a little more brisk and you can't help but get into the season yourself. And here's a little playlist just ...
When one door slams, don’t look for that window…
As the saying goes "when one door closes, another open", or even a "window." That's pretty great because who wants to keep waiting for the closed door to open again? But can we help ourselves? Sometimes we wish it would crack just a little to let part of us back in, even just a window. ...
Inspirational Quotes for Everyday
So many motivation quotes. So many times we need one to help us to remember something we should already know about ourselves and how we approach life. But sometimes we need a friendly reminder. Here are some that I try to use on a regular basis. You are enough. Walk with your head held high. ...