Hey friend, I’ve been pondering on something and wanted to share with you.  It’s about self care.  I don’t know about you, but I feel like everyone's out here making it seem like this big ole, grand, Instagram/TikTok-worthy thing. Complete with expensive face masks, exotic bubble baths, and perfectly curated morning routines . And don't get me wrong, those things are nice to see and serve as inspiration. But who is really, genuinely waking up at 5 am, making homemade protein

Hey there, beautiful! So... I want to share something with you.  It feels so weird to say but I am sick of this topic being taboo because it's natural and its NOT our fault! We deserve to talk about it openly, prepare each other, and make sure the next generation of women isn’t left wondering what is happening to their bodies. So here goes....... I'm in perimenopause. And baby - it's been a RIDE. For the longest time, I felt so alone in what I was experiencing and I bet ot

I don’t know about you but Fall is - by far - my favorite season.  Ahhh, the crisp air, beautiful colorful foliage, cozy hoodies and APPLES! No…not just apples CARAMEL APPLES (with nuts, duh!).  During this time of the year, all of the comfy, feel good vibes come rushing in but so does something else, CRAVINGS!  Like clockwork, my cravings for hearty, delicious comfort foods sets in.  I’m talking Grandma’s rice pudding, a nice steaming bowl of gumbo or that cheesy gooey mac &