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Don't Forget Your Reason To Smile

11/27/2019

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The holiday season can be crazy, stressful, and overwhelming. I have been there with a family of seven, I have shed my fair share of frustration tears. While in the moment, it feels like all eyes are on you while you try so desperately hard not to burn dinner. Remember that the holidays are about love, family, and appreciation.


I know better than anyone that the idea of the holiday season sounds so magical and warm, but when they are upon you honestly, suck some major ass. Keep your head up if you're feeling both underwhelmed and simultaneously overwhelmed,
don't forget your reason to smile.
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​There's Always Love

Even if your loved ones are clouded by the sparkle flashy show of the holidays and that in turn makes you feel like they do not love you more than what you can do for them. Remember that they are in fact your loved ones and while they might suck at showing it, they do love you immensly.

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Appreciation Louder Than Words

Anyone who has ever hosted a holiday dinner or decked out their home to invite joyous holiday spirit in, knows damn well that shit takes time, dedication, and theme coordination. It doesn't just happen magically overnight, you put in hours of your time and energy to make the holidays extra special for your loved one and yourself. While sometimes you'll physically be greeted with the thank yous and appreciation. There are times when the holiday madness might overwhelm us all, and we forget to make sure those who helped make your season special know that you noticed, that you love it, and that you appreciate it. If you're feeling underappreciated, don't let frustration and anger control your heart. Instead, keep your eyes open for the twinkle in someone's eye or the unprovoked innocent smile that crosses their face. They might forget to say it, but the appreciation is written all over their faces.
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​Family Never Wavers

Whether it was the family you were given or the family you created. Family is family and that is always a reason to smile. You might fight, bicker, and push each others buttons, but at the end of the day no one has your back quite like family does.
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Remember The Magic In The Classics

11/22/2019

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Trends are not hard to find; there are trends for everyone to fall in love with six times over in one calendar year. Unless you have the cash to burn more times than not, fashion trends are just a way for you to stay cool at the moment, but all moments are fleeting. So by the time you find yourself decked out in the seasons latest trends odds are you discover a new trendy style you love in which you now must invest in. Instead, build your wardrobe around the classics and add in flares of trends over the year. Create a steady and robust foundation for your fashionista to stand tall on and watch her conquer the sidewalk runway year-round through all trends. ​
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​Classic Cuts

A-Line/Fit and Flare
​Body Con/Form Fitting
Empire Waist/High Waisted
Tea Length/Mid Length
Half Sleeve/Three Fourths Sleeve
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While asymmetrical and cut out designs are intriguing and incredibly eye-catching. A mid-length, three fourth sleeve, A-line dress will come to be a more reliable piece of fashion in your wardrobe. That you can comfortably dress up or down for whatever the day brings you.
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​Classic Colors

Jet Black
Snow Cap White
Beige Tan
Deep Red
Navy Blue

Neon pinks, vivaciously vibrant blues, and memorizing metallics are indeed a trendy gals must. They are still trendy and lack that elegant classic feel that you can effortlessly rock to the office, grocery store, or your kid's parent-teacher conference. Don't stop the world from seeing your love of color, but don't stress yourself out in the morning by not equipping yourself with a classic that can take join you on your day without fuss.

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​Classic Clothes

Neutral T-Shirts
Black Dresses
Denim Jeans
Pencil Skirts
Knitted Sweaters
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​If its a piece of cake to style in any direction, it makes you feel invigorated with confidence and lasts you through the year. Then odds are you have a classic piece of fashion on your hands. Classic does not mean dull, old, or lackluster. Classic styles are quite merely clothes that help highlight your unique personality sticking by your side without waver.

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You don't need a completely new wardrobe each season. Keep your dramatic closet turnovers to the season's weather determination. Toss is spicy trendy season pieces to allow your individuality to sing while also providing your self with a strong base that will take you through years of adventures and journeys. ​
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Guest Blog Post; Oral Health Guide for the Busy, Modern Working Woman

11/22/2019

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Women are constantly on the move today. Between caring for families and holding down their careers, it seems as though they’re always putting themselves at the bottom of the priority list. As natural givers, many women would rather focus on others. However, it’s time for all the ladies to start working on their own health. As such, oral health is something you need to prioritize. A healthy mouth is a happy mouth!

​Make Time

It seems like a foreign concept, but you have to make time for your own health, and that includes your oral hygiene. Sure, you brush your teeth daily, and you may even floss from time to time. That’s just not going to cut it anymore. You’re important, so you must budget time in your schedule. Regular checkups with your dentist are important. Many physicians recommend going to see your dentist every six months if possible. If you are extra vigilant about your oral health, you could get away with waiting for up to a year. During your checkups, go ahead and have your teeth cleaned. If your job allows, just schedule a quick appointment with your local dentist and follow through. Many dentists even offer appointments on Saturdays. Your oral health deserves your time!

Know the Signs of a Problem

Oral problems can pop up without warning. Many times, the first sign of a problem is pain. Many women know what tooth pain feels like, and it usually comes with a vengeance. Other common problems can include cavities, gingivitis, and even cold sores. Gum boils have some warning signs, as do cold sores. Most illnesses are made known by the presence of pain or an abscess. Chronic bad breath (even with brushing) can also be an indication of an oral problem. If your gums bleed, your gums may be having problems too. If you suspect an oral concern, go ahead and schedule an appointment with your dentist. Problems in the mouth should never be ignored.

Daily Oral Care

So you know that you should regularly see a dentist even if you’re not experiencing problems. It’s always easier to prevent than to cure. However, you can take steps to care for your teeth daily. In addition to brushing twice a day and flossing daily, it’s a good idea to avoid tobacco. Dentists recommend limiting sugar too. Your teeth will benefit from a diet full of fruits and vegetables. Remember, though, that consuming citrusy foods in excessive amounts can eat away at your tooth enamel. Mouthwash can also help kill bacteria in your mouth. Don’t forget that dark beverages, like coffee and tea, are prone to staining your teeth.

Always make time to take care of yourself, and that includes your teeth. You’re busy being a superwoman, but you still have to put your health first. Care for your mouth, see a dentist regularly and learn about common oral illnesses, and you’ll have strong, healthy teeth for life.

Read more about health in this article: How a Holistic Approach to Health Can Improve Your Quality of Life
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Fashion Values

11/20/2019

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What Do You Value In A Piece Of Fashion?
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We all have different criteria that we want out fashion pieces to meet, whether your goal is to share with the world your unique personality. Or perhaps to show the world, you mean business with clothes that demonstrate functionality above all.
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In my closet, you'll come across all of the these that I value in fashion.

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​Comfort

While you will find oversized sweaters and a few sweats here and there. What I mean by comfort are clothes that I feel comfortable in. I shy away from clothes that cut off circulation, which makes me feel like a stiff board, who can make any sudden movements. Also, from clothes that when I consider it as my fashion choice for the day brings about a sigh and a future flash of me absolutely over it in four hours. I want to feel comfortable and confident in my clothes. I wear my clothes; my clothes do not wear me.
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​Versatility

I'm all for a statement piece or twelve, although I prefer to not make fabulously flashy fashions as my foundation for my closet. I find that not only does that make styling rather tricky, but also limiting. Instead, as a strong foundation, I stock my closet with fashion that I view as versatile. Clothes that I know the fashionista inside of me can easily dress up, down, for warm weather, for cold, for an evening out, and for a business meeting over coffee. I want my fashions to work for me, not the other way around. ​
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​Quality

Over the last few years, I have really come to appreciate the quality a product can hold. I love knowing that my wardrobe is home to pieces that I can count on. Picking quality over quantity also makes envisioning possible outfits when I am out shopping so much easier. I want my fashions to stick by my side longer than just a season or two.

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​Classic

A season's trendy cuts, patterns, and colors are a fabulous way to show the world how much of a fashionista you are. However, for myself, I value a good classic piece of clothing. An old but trusted cut, pattern, or color is where my closet starts. Expression myself season to season is always a must, so I do style a few trendy pieces, but in fashion, I value always looking classically in style vs. being boldly in trend for the moment. ​
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​Feeling

One of the most important things that I value in fashion is the way it makes me feel on the inside that unintentionally projects glowingly to the world. I desire for my fashions to make me feel confident, gorgeous, functional, trendy, classic, and an overall powerhouse of a woman. I don't want to dress myself each morning to feel restricted, uncomfortable, awkward, or silly. I value how fashion can make me feel.

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In every piece of fashion in my wardrobe, I value something from them; they give me something special that I seek out that I search for when running my hands through racks and racks of options. When I find a spectacular piece of fashion without really realizing it, I come to see that it meets one of the values I have for fashion.

What Are Your Fashion Values?
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Fashion Glasses On - Know Quality When You See It

11/18/2019

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We all want things to last. No one loves the feeling of having to toss a beautiful sweater because it wasn't able to keep up with you on your fabulous life journey. Save yourself the heartache and shop with quality over quantity in mind. If you don't know what to look for, it can be quite challenging to spot the diamond in the rough. Here are five quality checks that we use to see if a piece of fashion is durable enough to style me through year after year.
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Brands

Some brands are more reputable in their quality than others. Don't confuse a brand's powerful/loud market place presence for quality. All that means is that they have a large marketing budget. Instead, keep your eyes open for brands that are known for having products with quality. An excellent hint to this is a product life span. If it typically lasts only a year, then it is not a top-quality good. For instance, I have boots that have stood firmly for ten years! My youngest is 18, which means they were out there with me while I was raising my kids and now still with me as I chat with them about adulthood. That's quality!
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Stitching

Don't be afraid of looking a little extra while you are out shopping. Run your eyes down the sticking of a piece of fashion. Loose or single-layered stitching is an easy way to spot a fast-fashion piece. Fashions worth your hard-earned money are going to have tighter double-layered stitching for durability.
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​Fabrics

Don't be wary of blends. Fashion pieces with blended fabrics are not the enemy, nor do they silently say that your fashion is of lesser quality. High End, Low End, Designer, and Artisanal clothes can all be found consisting of blended fabrics. When a label lists more than one material used in its assembly, all that means is nothing more than the materials that were used to make your fashions are simply blended with a few others. In some cases, a blended piece might actually make it stronger and have more of a fashionable life span. Instead, keep your eye out for known durable fabrics like Linen, Wool, or Cashmere, all of these materials are well known for their durability and would be a great addition to any wardrobe.
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Zippers

​Zippers are almost inescapable when it comes to fashions; they can are found on just about everything. When you are looking for longevity and durability, check to see what material the zipper is made of. Metal zippers are far superior quality zippers in comparison to plastic ones if keeping your fashions for longer than just a season is your priority glance over the zipper for a telltale sign.
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​Beads

Fashions with beaded encrusted embellishments hold beauty, grace, and elegance. When you come across such a fashion piece that speaks such volumes, of course, you are going to want to style it time and time again. Next time you find an exquisitely beaded dress, scan your eyes over how the beads lay on the clothing. Sewn-on beads are there to stay with you through the years, while glued on beads are just with you for the night.  Keep in mind that the glue will eventually give out on you, while stitching will hold strong.

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​​Create a wardrobe that has both fashion and durability in mind. Keep the over-stressed research to a minimum by storing these five easy, and uncomplicated quality check tricks in your back pocket.

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How a Holistic Approach to Health Can Improve Your Quality of Life

11/13/2019

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​Holistic healthcare is a lot different than what you’ll find with traditional Western medicine. Instead of focusing on technology and prescription medication to diagnose and treat conditions, holistic care focuses on more natural methods. People who take a more holistic approach to their health often take care of their body as a whole, rather than just targeting certain areas that are a problem. It’s a wonderful way to improve your quality of life.
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​It’s Proactive and Preventative


When you’re trying to live a more holistic lifestyle, you’ll be focusing on a proactive approach to your health. Your health decisions will be made with your long-term future in mind. It’s ideal to prevent disease before it affects you. It’s much easier to prevent than it is to treat. As
Tranont asserts, eating healthy food, including adding quality supplements to your diet, is a key aspect of a healthy lifestyle.
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​Beyond the Obvious


​There is a lot to think about when you’re living a holistic lifestyle. It’s important that you see a doctor regularly for check-ups, but there are a lot of other steps that you can take to care for yourself. You will want to eat healthily and remain active for the overall health of your body, but holistic care is also important when it comes to mental health. When your body is feeling good and working properly, then your mental health will follow suit. According to
GRCC, spiritual well-being is also something that contributes to your mental and physical health.

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​Your Overall Quality of Life


​A holistic approach to health is something that will encompass every aspect of your life. With the food that you’re eating, the activities that you’re participating in, and the supplements you’ve chosen to incorporate into your daily routine, you will have created a new way of living. If you’re participating in a yoga class or something along those lines, this can bring spirituality and meditation into your life. You’re going to benefit in a broad way that you never would have imagined would happen. Your entire body is going to feel like it is in sync, like you’re more aware of yourself than ever before.

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It can be a bit overwhelming to get started with holistic living. Fortunately, there are a lot of resources that will provide you with information to get you started, but it’s also a good idea to talk to a reputable holistic professional in your area. Most people learn as they go along — after all, part of adopting a holistic mindset is embracing the journey that is life.

Read more: Amplify Serenity With Outdoor Yoga
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A Woman On A Mission

11/11/2019

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​I am a woman on a mission.

Yeah, I've got goals and fuck yeah to I kick there ass, what I am talking about is not a goal to work out in the morning or work on to complete my next big project. What I am talking about is a life purpose. My life has meaning, and my life has purpose, and while we can all rack our brains about what we are destined to do and destined to be. I instead am going to take a strong proactive stance on the matter. I am on a life mission to be, to become, and to embrace the woman that I am, and the woman that I know I can be.
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My missions are never-ending, my mission is never quite complete, and as time moves on, my mission changes a little with each passing day. My life missions provide me with purpose and fulfillment, no matter what is thrown my way.
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I'm On A Mission To...


Live My Truth;
​Live it too short to not live by someone else's version of myself. I'm going to let my kick-ass personality shine in the light every day because I know I am awesome, and I don't think such creative genius should be hidden or pushed aside.



Fail Fantastically;
We all fail, we all fall flat on our faces in front of people, and we all make ourselves look like fools embarrassingly in front of our peers. There is no way to avoid failure in life. While it is easy to dwell on the negative side of an utter failure. It is always important to remember that every failure holds a priceless lesson. So while I may fail and while it may hurt like a motherfucker. I choose to fail fantastically by valuing the lesion that is hidden in all of the tears and mistakes.

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Smile Till My Cheeks Hurt;
Smiles and laughs are the best way to lift your spirits and instantly grant you happiness. You never really appreciate the joy that those two can bring until you find yourself feeling down and in tears. While every day cannot always be sunshine and rainbows. I am on a life mission to always remember to smile until my cheeks hurt. Life is short; I want to enjoy every moment of it with a smile, laughs, and an endless amount of love.

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Grow As Tall & As Strong As I Can Be;
I am never going to be done growing. I am always going to be changing and morphing into different versions of myself as time moves on. While every phase of my life might not be my favorite. What will be a positive outcome from each era of me, is that I am never going to stop trying to be the best and strongest version of m
yself no matter the circumstance.
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November - Retail Windows With Meaning

11/8/2019

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​This month our theme for our storefront windows is,
Dressing Up The Holidays.


There's no use fighting it; the holiday season is here. I'll admit, now that my children are older and Christmas seems to be making an appearance in stores by the end of summer. The holiday season doesn't sparkle like it used to. I remember a time when the feeling of magic and pure, innocent happiness would encapsulate me whole, transporting me to an untouchable utopia of joy and wonder. Although nowadays the only thing that really gets me giddy is knowing which kids are going to be able to make it home.

Our theme, "Dressing Up The Holidays," is about finding that golden sparkle again. Don't just go through the motions of the holidays, rediscover the magic, dress up for dinner, dine in glorious fashions that help to ignite that special feeling in your heart.
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​Time Together Is Never Time Wasted

Every family is different, but if you're going home for the holidays odd are you are bound to enjoy spending time with at least special person. Don't waste that precious time on complaints and grumpy moods. Cherish those moments, sharing stories, laughs, and love.
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For myself, I know that I am filled with more excitement than ever because it looks like everyone is going to be home for Thanksgiving. It's been a while since I've had a full house, so I am making sure that even if there might be some silly sibling tensions in the air. Everyone has a great time remembering that time spent together is never time wasted.
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​We'll Pass On That

Finding that magical sparkle again that gets us pump for this season's upcoming festivities means that we are going to have to pass on a few activities that don't blend well with my family. For instance, no tv will be watched. We are not big tv people, so even if there is a game on, the tv will remain shut off for the day. Instead, we think a game of kickball would
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I find that nothing sucks the fun out of a room faster than people doing things that would rather not do, find the tone of your room, and search for activities that, as a collective, everyone can find joy in.
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It's An Event

Dinner over the years has slowly slipped away from being an event to just a meal. I much more prefer when my hard labor in the kitchen goes appreciated as a mouthwatering event rather than just another meal. So this year, we are going to dress up in our finest and dine with elegance. Chatting overfilled plates and wine cups, laughing for minutes straight, and no realizing how much time has passed since we first sat. I wish for dessert to be the same, with all of us lounging on love seats sipping coffee and devouring the tastiest treats.

Elevate your meals to events, dress up creating an ambiance that makes
everyone want to stay in their sears for hours.
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It's a lot for a window to say, but this is what Dressing Up The Holidays means to us. Just because you lost the magical golden sparkle the holiday season used to possess so effortlessly doesn't mean you can't get to back. That is what we are doing this year — actively searching for that simple wonder of the holidays.
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Amplify Serenity With Outdoor Yoga

11/4/2019

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​Intertwine the peaceful joys of nature and the tranquil
calmness of yoga into one self-love activity.


When the weather allows it, some places that I find the most serene
are the beach, my back porch, or the park under a tall tree.


We love yoga, not only because it is for all and can be done anywhere. Yoga
​routines and guidance is also so incredibly easily accessible. With a simple
 search, you are ready to begin your peaceful journey into relaxation.
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​Morning Meditation

Prime time for myself is in the morning. I love to wake up, stretch my way out
of bed, slip on something comfortable and warm, then head out to enjoy a bit
of peaceful yoga before my hectic day starts. I find it's the perfect way to collect
myself ease into my day calmly.


My prime time might be your push the snooze alarm time.
We all have our own special hour, where everything alines, pointing
you towards practicing self-love and appreciation. When is your prime
​ time of the day to practice a little relaxation?

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Perfect Poses

I have a few poses that I love for no other reason than they seem to
make me feel the best both externally and internally. 

In no particular order here are ten of my favorites;
Extended Sie Angle Pose
Downward-Facing Dog
Standing Half Forward Bend
Head-To-Knee Forward Bend
Seated Forward Bend
Child's Pose
Cow-Cat Stretch
Cobbler's Pose
Cobra Pose
Easy Pose

We all have poses that flow through us better than others. 
What are yours?
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