Make a Home-Cooked Meal and Read a Book

Posted on July 27, 2025 by msw blog

“I’m choosing to go solo this Valentine’s Day — not out of loneliness, but out of self-love. I’ll start by cooking myself a gourmet meal, savoring every bite instead of rushing through my meal while doom scrolling through social media. A glass of white wine in hand, I’ll write a love letter to my future self — something I can read next year as a reminder of my growth, resilience, and worth. After that, I’ll indulge in a home spa night, letting the stress of the world melt away. And finally, I’ll curl up with a book I’ve been meaning to read for ages.” —Kathryn Parsons,

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Buy Yourself a Gift From Tiffany’s 

Posted on July 26, 2025 by msw blog

“I have been a widow for five Valentine’s Days. This year will be my sixth. Last year I started a new tradition. I called a shopper at Tiffany & Co. and told her what I was looking for. Last year was a purse, this year will be a bracelet. She has selections waiting for me along with champagne. I then proceed to buy myself a gift from my late husband. Then I head across the street to Capital Grille and have more champagne and shrimp cocktail or the tuna stack. I toast Eric and chat with people around me. I love this because I am healed enough not to be devastated and to take care of myself.” —Lisa Woolery,

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Asking for Help

Posted on July 26, 2025 by msw blog

Asking for Help is a Strength For so many of us, strength has been defined by our ability to carry burdens alone, to power through without leaning on others. But true strength lies in allowing ourselves to ask for and receive the support we need—especially in moments of vulnerability…But here’s the truth: no one can give us what we need in moments of crisis if we don’t share what we’re feeling or ask for support.

Asking for help is not a sign of weakness—it’s a recognition of our humanity and a step toward healing. This week, practice asking for help in ways that feel meaningful to you: Identify your needs: Take a moment to reflect on what kind of support you need—emotional, practical, or simply a listening ear. Reach out intentionally: Choose someone you trust and share what you’re feeling. Be specific about how they can help, whether it’s by listening, offering advice, or simply sitting with you. Acknowledge the love: Even if the support isn’t perfect, take a moment to appreciate the care and effort offered by those around you.

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Authentic Self

Posted on July 25, 2025 by msw blog

I felt confident enough in my ability, but also in who I was , I didn’t feel like i was being held down by a need to  only play likeable people- Saorise Ronan

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Kitchen Island

Posted on July 25, 2025 by msw blog
  • Should your kitchen island match your cabinets?Not necessarily. Your kitchen island is a great place to add color and contrast. Use an accent color on the cabinets that complements the cabinets in the rest of the kitchen. However, if you prefer all the cabinets to match, that works, too.
  • How do you decorate a kitchen island with a sink?Keep the decor simple and moveable on a kitchen island with a sink. You may need more room for dirty dishes when entertaining a large crowd. Choose one statement piece to keep the island simple for cleaning and prep. A decorative ceramic figurine or a flower arrangementare good choices.

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