Rarely do I ever feel folks want, or are prepared for, the truth when they ask the question “How are you?” In person (but especially online) I have always been taught to say say “I’m fine, thank you! And you?” It’s a great answer when you are really fine but I think that creates a hollow exchange overall. No one…
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Seven things I learned from Taylor Swift and #Swiftmas
Whilst waiting for my husband to wake up so that I can noisily sew these fabulous silk curtains into a duvet cover, I came across a Facebook post that linked to this MTV article and video thanks to Peg Fitzpatrick (check out her new book “The Art of Social Media’ here) Thanks for this Peg! I will admit I have…
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Finding your words
While looking for some inspiration to write this morning, as I sip on my tea and tearfully reflect on 2014, I came across this quote and thought I’d share. . . “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” ― Maya Angelou, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings Often, when I am at a loss for…
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Swimming in Stress
If you own your own business you know how terribly unforgiving it can be. It’s tough. It’s scary. It’s exciting. It’s infuriating. It’s rewarding. At times the stress can be overwhelming. . . especially when you try so hard to do, be and give with little thought to your own well being. It can often feel as though you are…
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Recipe: Two tomato salad
Since my kitchen is unavailable due to my “reclaim the space” movement. . . I felt like I needed to share a simple recipe that can be made window side in your living room. I have yet to have a meal come from my kitchen in over a week and my husband is getting twitchy for me to finish building,…
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