Validation is for parking …
Looking for validation is a sure sign ... in many instances of insecurity. In these instances, an individual is looking to another person - an authority figure, a loved one…
Tillamook Comes To Boston!
I love ice cream. I love rich, creamy, tasty, drip down the cone to my hand ice cream. I love garnishing it with coconut flakes, gummy bears and sprinkles! I…
5 ways to stay happy – even when life sucks
Let's face it, life is going to throw its worst at you. The goal isn't to avoid the hard stuff, the goal is to figure out how to ride the…
From Couch Potato to Runner
How I made running a thing I love If you met me this time last year, I probably would have told you that one of my goals for the year…
My favorite workout accessories
Today's post is gonna be a quick one but one that highlights my fave workout accessories. I've found that working out with complementary accessories gets me motivated. These accessories create…
How I Stay Positive In Tough Work Environments
Stay focused on producing great workSet up a conflict resolution meeting Say what is important to you - out loudHave next steps laid out Create affirmation cardsPost it Phone reminders…
Topics I Wish Were Taught In School
First off, I have two degrees and I am all schooled out! But there are so many topics that I've had to learn from the universities of Google and YouTube…
How I Cracked The 5am Code
It's been about three months now and I have made waking up at 5am part of my daily schedule. Plenty of studies talk about the benefits of being early riser,…
Cocktails in Ghana
Ghana is authentically Africa. From the moment I landed to the time I was back on my Ethiopian Airways flight, there was a certain familiarity. The smiles, the warm welcomes,…
Fitness Roundup: February
February has come to an end and boy do I feel and look different! The saying goes: Accountability - this has been one of the biggest tools that has helped…
Best Athleisure Wear for The Curvy Girl
I don't own a single pair of sweatpants! Yes, I'm that girl. I only own sweatshirts and even those are few and far between. Finding a stylish alternative to sweatpants…
I Am ‘THAT’ Girl … How Dressing Up Built My Confidence
I've always been a firm believer in dressing the part. How does the saying go? 'Dress for the job you want, not the job you have' - right? Absolutely! Dressing…
Who Gon’ Check Me
I've come to realize that for as badass as I usually think that I am, I do realize that I have a tendency to seek approval from coworkers, friends and…
How To Love Yourself This Valentine’s Day
I know that there are tons of us single folks that absolutely loathe Valentine's day but I have come up with some sure fire ways for us to love on…
Eaters Guide to Ottawa
A good part of my love for travel is fueled by food. I love eating my way through a city. I enjoy devouring the local dishes be they made by…
Fitness Roundup: January
January has officially come to an end and your girl was working it out. This body is not going to be the same by the end of the year folks!…
Activewear for the curvy girl
Let me tell you how much I'm loving being active this year! I don't know about you but part of my motivation to workout and stay fit is in part…
You are either for me or for my prayer list …
I'm going to be honest with you, 2018 was one of those years when I felt tried in so many ways. Do you know what I mean? People at work…