Sometimes, food can be the last thing on our minds. When trying to balance work, family, school, and other obligations, food can easily be pushed to the bottom of our priority list. Not only can this hinder our wellness goals, but it also adds another burden of stress to our lives. And more often than […]
As a society, we’re often drawn to flashy things and advertising promises that are just too good to be true. This is especially prominent in the health and wellness industry–particularly when it comes to diets. I’m sure we all know that one family member, friend, or co-worker who decided to go all-in on a new,
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In this post, I dive into how to navigate life’s difficult season using the first three chapters of the Book of Job. Enjoy!
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Hi, friend! I hope that this summer you experienced joy and were able to rest and recharge. Also, how is summer over? I feel like I just came home from Athens and now it’s already time to go back. This summer was a good one but a busy one. I spent time with my family,
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Hey, friend! I hope you’re having a great day! If you didn’t have a chance, I wrote a blog post *several* weeks (more like months) ago called “Fix You” where I talked about how we often try to fix one another’s problems instead of just being there to listen. And well, I meant to post
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Hey there, friend! I hope you’re having a great day! Today I’m sharing a recipe that is not only nutritious, but will make you feel nostalgic for all of the birthday cake-filled memories of your childhood. Introducing, Birthday Cake Overnight Oats! I remember trying overnight oats a few years ago and not liking them because
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Hi, friend! I hope you’re having a great day so far! Today, I wanted to share one of my all-time favorite comfort recipes: Ravioli in a White Wine Tomato Cream Sauce . I don’t make it often, but when I do, it’s always a delicious hit that’s gone all too soon. This recipe is great
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My cream cheese frosting recipe is a staple and I use it on every cake and cupcake I make from fruity to rich and decadent.
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Vanilla cake marbled with raspberry preserves topped with a smooth raspberry cream cheese frosting and white chocolate shavings.
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Hey, friends! I can’t believe that my first year of college is over. This has truly been one of the most difficult years of my life. I experienced some of my lowest lows and highest highs. From the *hours* spent on FaceTime with my family every day, and tears over chemistry; to meeting friends that
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Hi friends! I hope you’re all having a great week! I literally can’t believe that my first year of college is already done. It has been a whirlwind of firsts, unforgettable experiences, rock bottoms, and in the midst of it all, it has been such a blessing. College has been everything I had hoped it
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Today, I want to talk about dreams. The hopes and desires that we sequester in our hearts.
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Today I wanted to share something a little heavier that’s been on my heart. Sometimes, our society doesn’t talk about what goes on in the…
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Hello friends! Happy Saturday! Is it just me or did this week seem to go on forever? This week was my first week back in Athens and it was eventful to say the least. The Dawgs won the National Championship (did I almost cry…yes), I started classes again, I got to see my friends, and
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FINALS SEASON! A time of stress, procrastination, and reflection. I lost motivation approximately one day in (aka Reading Day). This year I had 3 finals: nutrition, calculus, and chemistry. Let me tell you, the last two had me STRESSED. Final Exam #1: Nutrition It went pretty well. Our professor told us the exam would be
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Since their creation, wellness juices have been in demand as a “cure-all” beverage choice. People make wellness juices by juicing fruits or vegetables (often using a juicer or blender) and discarding the fibrous pulp, skin, and seeds through straining. Sometimes, spices such as black pepper, turmeric, cayenne pepper, or even white or apple cider vinegar
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Hi friends! It has been a very long time since I’ve posted here, but I am back! I hope all is well with you and that life is treating you well. This year was genuinely one of the most difficult and stressful years of my life academically, relationally, and emotionally (I feel like I said
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The perfect homemade cake mix to serve as a foundation for all of your cakes. This mix can replace any recipe that calls for boxed cake mix.
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Happy Easter friends! Two posts in one weekend? So crazy. I just wanted to celebrate in the joy of Easter with you today with a poem. Imagine… Imagine being one of Jesus’ followers during His crucifixion and passion. Being riddled with fear of persecution, seeing the only innocent man to walk this earth be defiled,
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