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Part confession, part commentary— candid, sharp, and never sugar‑coated. These are the stories behind my healing, the world around me, and the writing advice I wish I’d taken years ago. If you want gentle self‑help… wrong turn. This isn’t a scrapbook—it’s real life with flavor.
The flexitarian Rx
I believe everyone should live passionately in the kitchen and out. And by advocating a plant-based diet, responsible agriculture, sustainable seafood, conscious living, eco travel and all things wicked … I try to do just that, every day. Find out more about my cooking journey at The Flexitarian Rx.
Everyone has a summer that sucks
Childhood innocence intertwined with the haunting weight of family secrets. Dual timelines create a deeply layered narrative that’s intimate and universal with character revelations that unfold gradually, making for a compelling and thought-provoking read.
The Flavored Word
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The Art of Getting Through It (with or without a bowl of cherries)
Crappy days happen, but they don’t have to derail us. A bad day is still just a day — and sometimes the only…
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The Words You Don’t Say Still Shape You
Self‑doubt has a way of convincing us to stay quiet, but the truth is that silence can wound us more deeply than honesty…
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Library Day and the Simple Liberties We’re Granted
A small moment with my six‑year‑old reminded me of the quiet freedoms so many have sacrificed to protect. This piece reflects on that…
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Life’s Purpose Isn’t Found—It’s Claimed!
Life doesn’t hand out purpose like a prize—you uncover it the moment you stop waiting for permission to live the life you want.…
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Moist, Lover, and Other Words I’d Like to Yeet into the Sun
Ever notice how one syllable can derail your brain? Who approved these words? I have questions.
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The Moment I Learned I Could Survive More Than I Believed
I’ve hit the wall so hard before, I never thought I’d recover. I’ve felt broken, emptied, and over it. Lost faith, direction, and…
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Why Cake Still Feels Like Magic
Joy doesn’t always look like fireworks. Sometimes it looks like a cake waiting on the counter. If you need a little joy today,…
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Finding a Fitness Routine When You’ve Lived at Both Extremes
I used to think a “good” fitness routine meant doing the same thing every day without fail. Turns out, the real work was…
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The Books That Shaped Me (and the ones that made me walk away)
We all have that one “great” author we secretly think is overrated. I have a few who left me wondering what everyone else…
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Thirteen Lip Glosses (far too many shoes) and a Reality Check
A tiny confession about excess — and why I’m finally paying attention (hint, it might have something to do with a shoe collection…
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June Cleaver was My Yoga Instructor
I went to yoga for relaxation, not to beat my soul out of my stomach like a mid-century housewife on a bender. I’m…
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Even on the Dark Days, I Still Choose THIS
Eighty pounds of dog leaning their entire soul into you can be the reminder you need that you are enough, as is—you’re not…
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The Wiggles, My Playlists, and the State of My Mental Health
Music can flip your emotional switch faster than any self-help book ever could. Truth is, music has a way of kneading the soul…
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The Superpower I Want—and the one I fear
I don’t want superhuman hearing, mind‑reading, or any ability that forces me to deal with other people’s chaos. Honestly, the only superpower I’ve…
