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My Thunderous Epiphany

My Thunderous Epiphany

While my mom was receiving treatment at The Meadows, a place where they treat trauma and mental health, my mom's parents, my dad, two of my three sisters, and I embarked...
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Taylor Swift's Eras Concert

Taylor Swift's Eras Concert

I attempted to be the coolest Aunt by taking my niece to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour. Although I can't lay formal claim to the coveted title of her favorite aunt,...
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Space On The Couch

Space On The Couch

If I’m being frank, I debate quitting this blog about once a week due to insecurity. In fact, this is the third blog I've started. I don’t mean to say...
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Yard Signs

Yard Signs

My Mom decided to put up a sign in our yard advocating for mental disorder awareness while I was in high school. I must admit, I totally freaked out! One...
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Satisfy Your Hunger

Satisfy Your Hunger

My mother rarely talked about food in an unhealthy way or commented on food as if it should be something controlled. Society did that. The worst part of losing 20...
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Sort Your Stuff

Sort Your Stuff

My then boyfriend and I moved to Napa, California to pursue the jobs of our lives because we had both landed positions at one of the top restaurants in the...
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The 'Too Good' Trap

The 'Too Good' Trap

When I was dating, a backhanded compliment followed me, leaving an unpleasant taste in my mouth. To cope, I wrote a poem about it:Without the Adverb"You're too good for me,"...
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Napa Reccomendations

Napa Reccomendations

I used to live in Napa Valley, when I was working for a Michelin rated restaurant as well as a Master Sommelier. Several people have asked me for recommendations, so...
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