Wheat Free Wednesday: Van's Say Cheese! Crackers

I am trying so hard to minimize the number of processed foods in my home, but Van's Say Cheese! Crackers have already found a spot on that short list. I will even go as far to say that I love them 10 times more than...

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Make Up Declutter & Transitioning to Cruelty Free Cosmetics - Primers

What's different about this purge is that I want to support companies that don't test on animals. It's 2016 and I can't think of one logical reason why such practices should still occur.

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Rants & Ramblings: #TeacherLife, New Workout Routine, Natural Hair Woes & Possible Veganism

I'm tired as shit and I'm feeling quite overwhelmed. Two weeks ago I turned 29 years old. Grateful to see another year but I would have been even more grateful if I would have been able to stay home from work...

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Music Monday: "Hustlin'" - Rick Ross (2006)

Everyday I'm hustin'...literally. These long days of working study hall after school until 5:00 p.m. and then hitting the gym are leaving me quite exhausted...

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MUSIC MONDAY: "Signs" - Snoop Dogg Featuring Charlie Wilson & Justin Timberlake (2004)

I'm home sick today from work. Sore throat. Achy body. I feel like crap. However, I managed to crawl from under my mound of blankets to bring you all a song that always puts me in a good mood.

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Fall 2015 Ready-to-Wear x Chloe

The first two looks of this 45-piece collection made me anticipate a feminine touch to menswear. By look 5, I was much more excited for the more romantic, but structured, peasant looks.

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#117: 2016 is the Year of Less

2015 was quite a year for me. It took me a little time to adjusted to married life and living in Jacksonville, but I am so happy to say that what once felt new and out of place is now my new normal. This year I plan to have, use and eat a lot less of...well a lot of stuff. Let me explain.

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#116: McDonald's Breakfast and Childhood Nostalgia

Who knew a quick run to McDonald's for two sausage patties and a small coffee would have me fighting back tears?

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#115: The End of Lucky Magazine and Shake Ups at Teen Vogue

Lucky Magazine is no more?! That was the very first fashion magazine I fell in love with. I was in high school and..

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#114: Why Being Complacent in My Career is Working for Me Right Now

I do not want a different job. I do not desire another degree. I do not want to move up in the field of education either.

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#113: Wheat Free Wednesdsay: Bobo's Oat Bars

I first saw this product in Earth Fare and picked up one of the flavors that wasn't gluten free. However, after reading the ingredients and the company's website, I was okay with taking a (cautious) bite or two.

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#112: My First Jacksonville Fashion Show Featuring Meow And Barks Boutique

I remember being on my lunch break one day and deciding to google "fashion show Jacksonville, Florida" to see what, if anything, would pop up. And to my surprise something actually did

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