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Growing Spaces

I love to design spaces for children, but I avoid themes or anything too childish because I want them to grow up in beautiful rooms that inspire and will allow their own creativity to shine as they get older. Positively … Continue reading →

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Feelings by Name

Get to know your feelings by name. If we didn’t grow up in a family where our full range of emotions was accepted – maybe we were criticized when we were sad or angry- we didn’t learn to be with … Continue reading →

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Lavender Infused Cocktail

Like the first one, this box came like a chemistry set, and with a recipe card for a cocktail called “Lavendar Mist”. What I love about BlueStem is the box tells you what’s included. This box included: lavender simple syrup, … Continue reading →

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Laugh

If you’re not inclined to stop and breathe or meditate in the moment, then laugh! Laughter prompts a diaphragmatic breath, which releases dopamine and serotonin, and reduces stress, anxiety and muscle tension. Create your own “laugh track” such as jokes or … Continue reading →

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Chicago Style Pizza

What do you get the person who has everything? Apparently, the answer is subscription boxes.  I received several types of subscription boxes, and they just keep coming. So, I felt I would share my “reviews – Opening my door, my … Continue reading →

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