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How I Lost 26 Pounds with AI and Pure Stubbornness
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I don’t know how else to say this, so I’ll just come right out with it.
I was very uncomfortable in my own skin.
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What’s Currently Haunting My Shopping Cart (and My Dreams)
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I don’t make wish lists because I’m expecting someone to surprise me with a gift. I make them as a system. A catalog of cravings. A way of keeping track of all the beautiful, cozy, quirky little things I stumble across and think, I would love that someday.
Read MoreWhoever Said “It’s the Journey” Clearly Had TSA PreCheck and a Trust Fund
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Whoever said “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey,” has either never flown economy or has seriously low standards. I hate to break it to you — but traveling kinda sucks. Sure, seeing new places is amazing, but the actual getting there part? A parade of stress, discomfort, and disappointment wrapped in a neck pillow.
Read MoreThe Joy of Deleting Old Blog Posts: A Detox Story
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So, yesterday I took a digital sledgehammer to my blog archives.
Read MoreRelearning New England: A Bitter Reality Check
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Oh, New England. The land of icy roads and even icier social scenes. I swore I’d never return after college, when my Midwestern self was met with a chilly reception colder than a Nor’easter. Back then, I was bombarded with snide comments about my home state — flyover state jokes, condescending remarks about my friendliness, and the general air of superiority. Apparently, being nice was a crime, and the Midwest was a punchline.
Read MoreYou Do You, I’ll Eat My Olives and Cream Cheese
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Let’s get something clear: being a picky eater is neither a moral failing nor an invitation for constant critique.
Read MoreAn Incomplete Thought - Post Election Day 2024
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The day after the election was a heavy day for many of us. I sat down to write and could barely organize my thoughts in my own head, let alone on a page. But I thought I’d share the few things I did manage to get down. For everyone out there feeling similar things, know you’re not alone and we’ll get through this TOGETHER.
Read MoreA long weekend leaf peeping in Vermont
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This year for our two-year wedding anniversary, my husband James and I decided to take a long weekend getaway to Vermont. Known for its stunning fall foliage, quaint towns, and picturesque landscapes, we thought it would be the perfect backdrop for our celebration and we had been planning this trip for pretty much the entirety of our marriage. While some parts of the trip exceeded our expectations, others were a bit of a letdown. But in the end, it was still a perfect anniversary escape and that’s truly all that matters - and it made for a great story…
Read More“It’s been a long time coming…” 5 Days in Warsaw and the Taylor Swift Eras Tour
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There are certain trips that stay with you long after your plane touches back down at home.
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