I was in Cinque Terre for Laura Belgray's writing workshop in June. Bianca is the one who runs these tours - so if you book one, let her know I sent you. You'll adore her.The workshop was held at Riomaggiore's famous castle, Castello di Riomaggior. The castle itself isn't really anything special - but the hike to the top provides some spectacular views.Getting to Cinque ... Read More
How to Spend a Week in NYC with Kids
Over the summer, I won a trip for two to New York City compliments of Dannon. We could go any time we wanted, so I picked the week of Thanksgiving so that we could check out the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. I decided to pay to have my youngest daughter join us while my husband and toddler stayed home. It was such an incredible experience - from Dannon having a LIMO pick us ... Read More
CHEAT YOUR WAY TO DRESSING REMARKABLY {& GO FROM BLAH, TO BEAUTIFUL IN 1 SIMPLE STEP}
CHEAT YOUR WAY TO DRESSING REMARKABLY {& GO FROM BLAH, TO BEAUTIFUL IN 1 SIMPLE STEP}There are times when I am at least 165 world’s away from feeling remarkable. Like after every baby I’ve ever had, or when I’m sad, or stressed. Or when I’m sleep deprived because my 4 year-old has Disney witch dreams, and my 10 year-old has growing pains, and my 12 year-old hears ... Read More
How to Use Your Bullet Journal to Help You Write a Book
How to Use Your Bullet Journal to Help You Write a BookWriting a book is no easy feat. There is a lot that goes into it, even after the original idea. Perhaps you're like me - you've been wanting to write a book for years, but never really took the leap until just now. Some people struggle to ever finish a book because they get stuck at a certain point and then don’t know how ... Read More
How to Stay Motivated Long-Term
How to Stay Motivated Long-TermWhether you want to lose weight, build more muscle or improve your overall fitness health, having a workout routine that you enjoy doing is essential. Instead of adopting the exercise program of some bodybuilder on YouTube, you should do what works for you. After all, your body knows what it can and can't do. If you push yourself beyond your ... Read More
How to Go from Hobby to Business
Are you thinking that you'd like to turn a hobby into a business? What are your hobbies? Is your hobby something that people often comment on and suggest you sell? Those people could be right, you know. Many hobbies can double as money makers! You have your creative outlet, although it can be very lucrative, too! If you have started to think about taking your hobby from just ... Read More
25 Gift Ideas for Your Fave Lady Boss
Looking for gift ideas for the female entrepreneurs in your life?As a Lady Boss, I get so many gift cards from friends, family, and clients. Don't get me wrong - you can't really do any wrong with gift cards...but every so often I get asked specifically what non-gift-card-present I would like. I chuckle, because isn't that like giving me a gift card, anyway? Me telling you ... Read More
5 Tips for Planning a Girl’s Getaway
If you're anything like me, you love getting away from it all every-so-often. You spend so much time managing your household, family schedules, housekeeping, and work, you just need some adult conversations sometimes! It's totally ok! I try to plan a getaway with just the girls at least quarterly, sometimes more often. It can be as simple as a weekend in Chicago, or a weekend ... Read More
20 Tips to Live Your Best Life, Ever!
Ready For Your Best Life, Ever?Now that we're in fourth quarter, I'm starting to take a look back at my productivity this year. Last year was kind of a blur because my dad died - I lived in such a perpetual fog. This year, however, has been nothing short of amazing.I've traveled, a lot.I met incredible, life-changing women who empower, uplift, and encourage. {This is huge ... Read More
Tip & Tricks for Mom’s Quick Pampering
I remember being the "young mom."At eighteen, I had my first baby. A few short years later, I had her sister. There was an even bigger gap between them and their little brother. My 31st birthday is in a couple of days, and I'm reflecting back on how fast children grow. Or, maybe better yet - how fast time flies.Now that my children are 12, almost 9, and 3 1/2, I'm ... Read More
5 Back-to-School Activities for Families
5 Back-to-School Activities for FamiliesThere’s just something so nostalgic about the smell of leaves, #2 pencils, and pumpkin spice permeating through the house. All these scents mean it’s fall - and the kids are back in school! Going back to school each fall was something I looked forward to as a kid. For me, it was always a chance for a clean slate. A chance to do and ... Read More
In Search of Self: What We Can Learn From an Identity Crisis
In Search of Self: What We Can Learn From an Identity Crisis By Sarah Shuttle In my experience, both personal and professional, having a strong, real identity, and owning it is the key to fulfilment. I don't mean being the woman or having the business others expect, I mean true discovery and acceptance of who you are.When you have that sense of identity, it opens the ... Read More
