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I have been writing since I could hold a pen, so being a journal keeper comes naturally to me! In my Inspired Girl blog, I share bits of my heart with random thoughts on loving life, learning from lemons, and being saved by grace.
Midday Break: Write a Note, Celebrate a Friend
Yesterday in my inbox, I received a message from a woman I've long admired, Tanea Smith, founder of She's Got Papers. A paper and pen girl herself, it's no wonder we get along so well. I was so enamored by her line called, "The Professionals", I had to share with you....
Porch Lessons from Nature
I was sitting out on my front porch yesterday, as I do almost every day, and noticed in great detail all of the beautiful foliage right across from our home. We are not in a secluded area by any means, as a matter of fact, the highway is just a couple of turns away....
3 Things for Wednesday
Live: Biking for 45 minutes around the neighborhood on a gorgeous day while Michael, the Man, and my mother-in-law went food shopping and LuLu was at her first day of pre-school. Love: The excitement in Lu leading up to her first day. She woke up at 3 am and came into...
Midday Break: How Do You Describe Yourself in One Word?
About seven years ago, I was struggling a bit trying to 'find myself'. I took a course at NYU, and met a great teacher. He said, "Your life should be boiled down to one word. And this word should touch everything you do, say, see, feel." Hmm. One word? ONE word? I...
In Love with Love: Romantic Style
When I saw this photo of the girl on the swing, it screamed "romance". Loose curls, light and airy dress, soft makeup- she almost looks angelic. I felt a bit inspired to live passionately just by looking at the photo. I once read somewhere that we should "dress the...
3 Things for Tuesday
Live: Taking 5 minute breaks throughout the day to do stretches with LuLu and Little Man. Love: Receiving beautiful flowers and a sweet note from a client. Learn: I go to the Dunkin' Donuts drive thru way too much. Not only do they know my order by the sound of my...
Midday Break: Avocado Spread
I went into my refrigerator and noticed some avocados in the bin. I decided to make a quick avocado spread as a healthy alternative to mustard or mayo. It's so simple to do, and adds great flavor to sandwiches, salads, crackers. What You'll Need 1 Avocado Garlic...
3 Things for Monday
Live: Making homemade pancakes with the kids. There was batter everywhere and they tasted delicious. Love: Organizing the arts and crafts cabinet, and knowing where everything is: paint, pencils, markers (with caps!), paper, stickers, felt...after just about 45...
Get Up and Dance- This One’s For the Girls
Yes, I am a total "girl's girl", and a huge country music fan. So, I think Martina McBride's ode to women says it all- dream with everything you have...check out the full lyrics below. This one's for all you girls about thirteen High school canbe so rough, can be so...
Sunday Brunch: Dark Chocolate Waffles and Raspberries
I am definitely a bit of a choco-holic this week, but what can I say? Sometimes a girl needs chocolate. This Sunday brunch is a simple twist on waffles, that's even a bit healthier than the traditional recipe. We are going to make yummy dark chocolate waffles topped...
Take It Off the Back Burner and Get Cooking
I’m sure you have “back-burner” items that you’d like to get done, but haven’t had or made the time to do. Back-burner items are energy drainers, because we think about them, but are not doing anything to complete them. Many clients tell me they’d like to create a...
Midday Break: Learning from My Children
We took LuLu to register for school today. Her face beamed as we pulled into the lot, with the Little Man in the back shouting "That's my school! My school!" "No, brother," she quickly corrected him, "that's my school!" We all walked in hand and hand, Lu proudly...
10 Tips for Inside-Out Health
It’s time we ditch the “on” and “off” mentality of dieting. To be the best women we can be, we’ve got to live well, and feel good about ourselves from the inside-out...Here are 10 tips to keep in mind: 1. Water! Water! Water! Flush out the excess toxins and sugars...
3 Things for Thursday
Live: Singing the first part of 'Old MacDonald Had a Farm' and LuLu and Little Man singing the part with the animal, then finishing in chorus "E-I-E-I-O"...and I know, we sing ALOT!! Love: Tim Gunn on Oprah. Enough said. Learn: Sometimes you have to look at something...
Midday Break: Smile at Someone
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” ~ Leo F. Buscaglia I'm a realist. I know that everyone is busy and has...
3 Things for Wednesday
Live: Singing really loud in the car to Taylor Swift, Lady Antebellum, and Tim McGraw. Love: The red roses for no reason from my hubby when he returned home from working 2am-11am. He's so thoughtful, even without sleep for 48 hours. Learn: We don't always get what you...
Midday Break: Inspired to Say “Thank You”
Of course, after a party, it's customary to send thank you notes (even if mine go out a little late). But, when I went to Target the other day I found the most adorable thank you notes ON SALE- 50 cards for $12.99. Just seeing the cards inspired me. I decided to send...
A Lesson at the Lanes
When I was little, I loved bowling. My parents took me to the lanes with them ever since I was old enough to stand, and they let me have a go at it. Back then there were no bumpers in the gutters, but it didn't matter. The fact I got to roll the ball made me happy,...
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