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The Food in New Orleans Did Not Come to Play
What’s the most delicious thing you’ve ever eaten? I’m definitely a foodie, so this isn’t easy, but hands down, the most delicious thing I’ve ever eaten was in New Orleans. The flavors? Ridiculous. The portions? Huge. The kind of food that makes you close your eyes with the first bite and go okay, wait a… Read more
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I’m Learning To Take the Compliment
I used to brush off compliments without even thinking. “Oh, this old thing?” Or, “No, I still have a long way to go.” Somewhere along the way, I started asking myself: Why is it easier to believe the criticism than the kind words? Now when someone says something kind, I pause. I breathe it in.… Read more
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Same Outfit, every day? Here’s Mine.
If you were forced to wear one outfit over and over again, what would it be? If I had to wear the same outfit over and over again, it’s easy: A pair of snug—but comfy—blue jeans, a soft top that hits just right, and my shades. Always the shades. It has to be something I… Read more
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Things I’m Not Apologizing For Anymore
I used to explain things that didn’t need explaining. I’d soften what I wanted. Try to make it all more palatable. I thought it was polite. Or professional. Or necessary. But I’m tired. So here’s a short list of things I’m not apologizing for anymore: – Wanting quiet over conversation – Needing more time before… Read more
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Defining It for Myself
How important is spirituality in your life? Spirituality is important to me, but it’s not something I talk about often. Not because I’m unsure about it. Just because it’s personal. And honestly, it looks different than it used to. For me, it shows up in the quiet. In the way I pause before making a… Read more
