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Hi! My name is Julie and I'm a Green Mama, lover of Holistic Wellness, natural beauty, books, yoga, fitness, & nutrition. I'm also a Certified Wellness Coach with a Masters in Counseling! I created my blog to empower you to reach your health goals, clean up your beauty routine, create a non-toxic living space, & inspire you to incorporate self-care into your daily routine to live your absolute best life: balanced and full of natural clarity! With the right mindset, magic blossoms all around you!

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Wise words to live by... I feel as though "success

Wise words to live by... I feel as though "success" has become the modern equivalent of what we used to know as "happiness". We grow up feeling that success and happiness are one in the same, but if the equation is so seemingly simple, why isn't every "successful" person happy? With everything coming to the surface during these times of social, economic, & political reform, it seems more important than ever to touch on what truly matters at the end of the day... At the end of a life on Earth. I began 2020 with a mindset focused on spiritual growth and connecting to the here and now in an attempt to not get swept away by the anxieties of the past and future. I chased the idea of "success" throughout 90% of my 20s, attaining a masters degree in counseling, getting married, buying a home, & becoming pregnant. I basically checked off every proverbial box that we feel we should reach in order to be deemed "worthy". All of that happened and yet I never once felt complete or at peace because as soon as I graduated, the fear & uncertainty superceded any sense of success I may have felt when I was handed my diploma after years of "waiting for my real life to begin." There will always be "the next thing" that rains down on the current achievement, which is why when we chase success in terms of meeting certain goals, once we arrive at that goal, the feeling of success is so fleeting, it's almost nonexistent. My point is not to say goals are bad because goals are definitely healthy endeavors, however, it's the JOURNEY TOWARDS THE GOAL where moments of peace, success, and happiness lie in little pockets along the way. We'll miss ALL of them if we're just focused on that end result, thus losing site of the bigger picture at large and falling into the pattern of constantly chasing something new and never being happy in the present moment. During these unprecedented times, I just wanted to share my thoughts on what I feel a successful life is. At the end of the day, being a good person, making the world a better place, will always be more fulfilling. It's time to shift our focus for a new way to LIVE... Empowered, whole, and thriving TOGETHER in the here and NOW. 🙏💞✨

As the last layers of Spring begin to merge with t

As the last layers of Spring begin to merge with the prominent shades of lush Green that marks the season of Summer, we wrap up our 3rd month in Lockdown. In this chaotic time that feels like a dream I can't seem to wake up from, the polarity that exists within our society is so utterly present, I can almost taste it with every news story I read highlighting the vast differences in opinion. I had hoped our culture was finally shifting into a deeper focus on the "greater picture" that exists outside of ourselves with all the talk of "being one's best self" and self improvement goals being touted all over social media. As we find ourselves in the midst of a global pandemic, our economy is collapsing around us, and the ugliness in humanity begins to emerge with such a force, it's a travesty to behold. All I'm seeing is a constant "Me versus You" mentality, with people being completely and utterly incapable of feeling empathy for other human beings, as if one life matters more or less than another. Social Distancing is HARD, for a lot of reasons, but it's also NECESSARY in the time of a major health crisis and many people seem to be incapable of handling temporary discomfort in the here and now in order to prevent the deaths of innocent people in the Future. It's as if certain people can't look beyond current discomfort and boredom in order to do the right thing for the greater good of our entire society. We have to live what we preach! And honor what we teach our children as they grow into tiny adults... These "My Body My Choice" memes are so disheartening and stem from a place that doesn't even correlate to our current situation! Entitlement, Privilege, and a total disregard for other people is NOT what human rights are... It's what they've become... Entitlement and boredom stem from one CRUCIAL place: Ignorance. Don't choose ignorance at a time when we need to pull together and unite as a society, all striving for the greater good of humanity, the world at large, and our children's futures. Be a symbol of light, kindness, and peace.. As Ghandi wisely said, "Be the Change You Wish To See in the World." We are all linked... Let's show love, not hate...🙏💞✨

MOTD-Stay-at-Home-Edit 😅.... We're currently li

MOTD-Stay-at-Home-Edit 😅.... We're currently living in one of the worst areas of the virus outbreak in the US, so, I have to joke a little bit or I'd lose my mind 🤣. I'm a big advocate of the importance of staying home/Social Distancing for the greater good and now we're entering our 3rd month on lock-down in NJ.. The meme I can identify with most is the Groundhog Day reference, "Another Day of Quarantine!" as each day literally blends into the next, weekends are nonexistent and I literally never have a clue what day of the week it even is, until I double check 😂. So, my days consist of home-schooling Gavin and keeping my sanity by focusing on things that truly bring me those glorious snippets of joy: Reading, Journaling, exercising, meditation, backyard yoga, learning new things, writing, & simple, no fuss makeup that's quick, but still leaves room for creativity! Most days, it makes me feel good to have the essentials covered: a light dusting of mineral foundation/or tinted mattifying powder, blush, & tinted lip balm. Soft, natural, glowy "no-makeup makeup" is where it's at these days so I still feel put together. Today, I'm wearing @twinkleapothecary Face Whip in Bronze underneath a light dusting of @pureanada Mineral Foundation (I have a full blog post with Before/After Photos showing how much this makeup can cover when you need it!), & my newest FAVORITE ✨Crystal-infused✨ blush palette from @aetherbeautyco in Ruby 😍😍 (oh yes, Swatches and review are coming! 💗) as well a touch of Sandstone Shimmer on the eyes from @twinkleapothecary (my fav everyday, HG shade!✨SWIPE for swatches!). 💞You can always check these out through the links in my bio and don't miss my exclusive coupon codes!💞 😘 Lastly, I've been loving @everydayminerals tinted lip balms these days! What have you been loving lately to help get out of a Funk?? Happy Saturday! 🙏💕✨🌺 Keep your eyes peeled for a GIVEAWAY coming up!!! 🙌

The Ultimate Immune Boosting Health Elixir Recipe

The Ultimate Immune Boosting Health Elixir Recipe with Ginger & Turmeric that is my family's TASTY version of "Fire Cider" for inflammation, chronic illness, & battling the common cold, flu, & viruses for the whole family! My husband has perfected this recipe over the years (Those are his hands in the video 😅). This natural remedy is unique & the BEST part is you don't have to force it down! 🙌🙌 ✨✨✨Head to my blog (link in bio 👆) for the full list of ingredients & check out my ongoing 🌟Wellness & Self-care Series🌟 to help keep our immune systems strong and our mental health thriving! 🙏💞😘 #naturalremedy #immunesupport #herbalremedies #alternativemedicine #flurelief #covid19 #immuneboost #ginger #turmeric #healthyrecipe #gingerBrew #antiinflammatory #alternativemedicine #homeremedies #healthylifestyle #wellness #chronicinflammation

🌺🌹Happy Mother's Day! 🌹🌺 To all my fel

🌺🌹Happy Mother's Day! 🌹🌺 To all my fellow mamas & those with nurturing souls that spread love to everyone they meet! Motherhood is so many things... A feeling of love that can't be conveyed through words... A level of commitment & responsibility that knows no bounds... We question ourselves and our choices every day, wondering and hoping that we're doing the best for our children and family. But, at the heart of it all, Motherhood is about profound connection, unconditional love, empowering our children to reach for the stars, to believe in magic & possibilities, accessing one's own inner child, being silly, laughing off the small stuff, and finding joy in all the little moments that make up one's life that are so often overlooked.
Motherhood gives you challenges you never even could have imagined as a single person and yet, somehow, we find it in ourselves to face these challenges, rise above them, and move forward together, stronger than before... Bound by an everlasting whirlwind of love & belonging.

During these trying times, hold onto the memories you're making with your children and loved ones...as a child, my greatest memories were simple moments with my family, just spending time together, being with one another, being silly, and laughing. You don't need extravagant experiences to obtain happiness; you just need meaningful time with people that you love! I hope you make time for small, joyful moments today, whether you're a mom, caretaker, teacher, nurturing soul... Simply live and love & Happiness will blossom all around you. 💞✨💖💕✨💜🎉 #motherhood #mothersday

Even the most horrible of nightmares is laced with

Even the most horrible of nightmares is laced with the promise of dawn.... And in the words of Albert Camus, “in the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.” Even a season of seemingly eternal nothingness is temporary and as we all become more and more stressed about being isolated at home, focusing on what we CAN control is at the heart of getting through these days filled with uncertainty. My goal is to inspire you to find your INNER JOY during this period of down time, self reflection, and taking in the bigger picture of what our lives are truly meant for. Head to my blog to find out how! Link in bio 🤗👆💞✨ I have been so immersed in my own form of self healing that it's been difficult for me to reach out consistently, but know that I'm here, wishing you all blessings of endless love and light, every day, every moment... 🙏😘💕 #selfcare
#selflove #mentalhealth #wellness #motherhood #boymom #greenmama #joy #findingjoy #happiness #mindfulness #family #momlife #themagicofbelieving #NeverGiveUp #keepdreaming #covid19 #quarantine #socialdistancing #destress #anxietyrelief #motivation

I sit here and find that I'm actually bereft of wo

I sit here and find that I'm actually bereft of words... One day the word "coronavirus" seemed like a faraway annoyance in a land that felt worlds away. The next day, my son's school announced they'd be having half days to prepare for a "possible" extended school closure. That's when it hit me: this nightmare is living right outside my doorstep.. And now, as we wrap up week two of homeschooling and trying to wear the hats of multiple therapists for my special needs preschooler, to keep his foundation strong, this is more real than ever. In his 3 year old mind, he has no idea that life as we know it will never be the same again, but we, as parents, have to keep moving forward. Even in the depths of a living nightmare, we have to find a way to adapt, rebuild, and keep our heads above water, energy balanced, immune systems healthy. My doorstep happens to be in the epicenter of the pandemic in our state with the highest cases of the virus while our sick neighbors are in self quarantine, & we stay home to do our part to curb the spread/try to remain safe. Literally, every horror movie that has hit close to home in my mind has become our current reality. And all we can do to keep our sanity is take each day one day at a time, one moment at a time, one breathe at a time. Focus on what we CAN do. All that "free time" people claim we have now that the world shuts down around us is laughable at best when you have a child whom you're literally everything to 24/7. But, what little free time we DO have, we need to make the most of it: work on Self-care, nurturing our souls, taking care of that critical part of ourselves that is our driving force in life. My heart is with all of you as I wish blessings along each of the paths that you take. We're in this together, as we are all one. How are you doing? How can I help? Continued in comments! 🙏👇💞✨ #coronaviruspandemic #inthistogether #selfcare #covid_19 #naturalremedies #immunesupport #greenmama #boymom #wellness #crisis #blogger

✨💜Pure Anada Full Coverage Mineral Foundation

✨💜Pure Anada Full Coverage Mineral Foundation Routine with Before/After Photos is live on the blog!💜✨ Link in bio to my blog! 👍 Hello my beautiful friends! The flu has swept through our household during the entire month of February 😅, so please forgive my sudden absence🙏. I've published my most vulnerable blog post to date, showing my skin at its absolute worst in my lifetime, and how I covered it using mineral makeup THAT ACTUALLY COVERS! And I mean covers ANYTHING! We don't often think of maximum coverage when we hear about mineral foundation, and after 20 years of trying different brands, I definitely understand why that is! Then I discovered Pure Anada's Loose & Pressed line of Mineral Foundation and a whole new realm of possibilities opened up for me! During my darkest days of insecurity about the state of my skin, this foundation got me through it all. And now that my skin is so much better, I can apply my foundation in record time! 🙌 Whether you have little to no flaws, or severe skin concerns, I highly recommend giving this line a try! They also offer liquid foundation and tinted moisturizer options! 👌My next Pure Anada post will be all about their eyeshadow & blush pressed products, which are my absolute favorites right now! 😍😍😍 I am in LOVE and I can't wait to share more with you all!✨I also have a 25% off coupon code for my lovely readers!✨Don't forget to subscribe to my newsletter while you're there! 💕 I truly hope others find this post helpful... And remember to love yourself and the skin that you're in, no matter what ups and downs you may face along the way (no pun intended 😅)! Radiate from within and always keep shining brightly! 🙏😘💞✨ #pureanada

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✨🙏Selfcare Sunday🙏✨"I have come to the f

✨🙏Selfcare Sunday🙏✨"I have come to the frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather. I possess tremendous power to make life miserable or joyous. I can be a tool of torture or an instrument of inspiration, I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal. In all situations, it is my response that decides whether a crisis is escalated or de-escalated, and a person is humanized or de-humanized. If we treat people as they are, we make them worse. If we treat people as they ought to be, we help them become what they are capable of becoming."✨
(Two people have been given credit for this quote: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe & a Psychologist & Educator named Haim G. Ginott) Nevertheless, it rings true on many different levels. Our perception of our circumstances and everyone/everything that makes up our surroundings defines our reality. Only we, as individuals, as well as a collective society, can pave the way to a brighter future: starting with accepting the present as it is & being mindful of our reaction to it. One step at a time, one day at a time... Be mindful, be present... Love is within you and all around you. Take time to perceive it and blossom within it. As you heal yourself, the world around you heals, as well.. 🙏💞✨#selfcare #SelfCareSunday #quotes #mindfulness #perception #meditation #innerpeace #2020goals #philosophy #collectivesociety #reality #truth #wellness #mentalhealth #wellbeing #holistichealth #energyhealing #SelfImprovement #empowerment #personalgrowth #motherhood #parenting #education

💪Friday Fitness!💪 Our bodies were designed t

💪Friday Fitness!💪 Our bodies were designed to MOVE, but it can be really hard to find workouts we actually ENJOY moving our bodies to! I never enjoyed anything other than Kundalini Yoga until I found @ellenbarrettfit 13 years ago & a whole new realm of fitness opened up for me.. Ellen Barrett not only exudes positive energy & a genuine, upbeat attitude, her unique style of holistic-inspired fitness just resonated with me in ways that traditional cardio never could! Whenever I'm feeling under the weather, or I need a lift, I always reach for this amazing 3 DVD workout bundle that includes a full body fusion style workout (combining elements of dance, cardio, calisthenics, pilates, yoga, & ballet), a DVD of positive Affirmations, as well as a DVD with guided meditations 😍👍. Becoming more in tune with my body, rather than fighting all of my negative feelings, aches, and pains, is something I'm really aspiring to work on more than ever before. And meditation is the perfect way to reap the benefits of exercise and self healing on all levels. I love surrounding myself with crystals, putting on my favorite essential oils for aromatherapy, while embracing the quiet that is our ultimate road-map to inner peace, happiness, & freedom from fear. I've shared bits and pieces of my workouts here and there throughout my blogging years, but this year, I would love to delve more into it to inspire you to be healthy, confident, & radiant! Last year I shared on my blog how I lost all the baby weight after having my son and how I keep my body fit while battling hashimotos disease. I highly recommend this little trio for anyone who's just getting into exercising & tuning into your body! I added it to my Amazon Favorites link in my bio, as well as other Ellen Barrett workouts, so you can learn more about them! Happy Friday! 🙏💞✨ #fitspiration #ellenbarrett #fitness #holistichealth #wellness #fitnessgoals #tuningin #mindfulness #meditation #affirmations #essentialoils #crystals #aromatherapy #findingjoy #findingbalance #healfromwithin #fusionworkouts #weightloss #motherhood #boymom #greenmama #innerpeace

🦄Pink🦄 In the depths of Winter, I always fin

🦄Pink🦄 In the depths of Winter, I always find myself reaching for pops or color that bring some life & joy back into the bleakness of dark, cold days. And for me, my most nostalgic color is pink! I used to detest all forms of pink when I was a teenager and was super goth 😅, but then as I got older and came into my own unique style, I found comfort & joy in many different colors. It's amazing how each shade in the color spectrum evokes various feelings, times of the year, or periods in our lives. For clothes, I reach for an assortment of colors depending on my mood or if I'm trying to get myself out of a funk. Color has the power to change our mindset & there's a whole philosophy on color theory & how each shade affects our emotions, chakras, & overall energy fields that surround our beings. I find this concept endlessly fascinating & love having fun with clothes & makeup to inspire me in various ways! As a side note, I'm absolutely in love with this gorgeous palette from @rootpretty & most of the pressed pans in the top portion are from my Root collection! #rootdorothy blush & Sweet Pea blush from @pureanada are my absolute favorite shades to wear on no-foundation days because they both mimic my natural blush color, making me look healthy & balancing out hyperpigmentation on my cheeks 🤗👍. After I finish my Pure Anada blog post, would you like to see a Pretty in Pink blog post featuring my favorite pink blush shades with Swatches? Let me know what you'd like to see! What color gets you out of a mental funk? Do you find that certain shades inspire your creative nature? I'd love to know! #prettyinpink #pinkblush #colortheory #rootpretty #pureanada #greenbeauty #pressedpigment #mineralmakeup #dyefreemakeup #glutenfreemakeup #veganbeauty #safemakeup #ecobeauty #naturalbeauty #naturalmakeup #crueltyfree #crueltyfreebeauty #naturalbeautyblogger #makeuplover #cleanbeauty #allnatural #greenbbloggers #wintermakeup

✨Mineral Makeup✨ 2019 was a record year regard

✨Mineral Makeup✨ 2019 was a record year regarding skin issues for me that ultimately led to a total breakdown of my skin's microbiome that fueled the worst case of atopic dermatitis I've ever experienced in my life in December. It was a living nightmare. The only thing that got me through it, as vain and silly as it sounds, was Pure Anada's full coverage mineral makeup (both loose & pressed). I knew I could rely on this foundation like no other to get me through those dark days. I've been using & trying different brands of mineral makeup since it came on the market over 20 years ago! And I can honestly say, 99% of them lack actual coverage to hide moderate to severe skin discoloration & blemishes.✨I was simply blown away when I first tried samples of Pure Anada's loose mineral makeup & when I bought the full size of their pressed foundation. I just couldn't believe the coverage! There is a bit of a learning curve with it & the key is definitely in the application as well as brush choice. I'm currently finishing a blog post with before and after photos, showing how I hid my skin flaws at their worst and how easy the foundation is to apply now that my skin is SO much better! I'm really excited to share this blog post with you all because I know it will truly help others out there who are struggling with their skin or who just want a mineral makeup with real coverage & zero fillers! 👍I wanted to share this post with you prior to publishing my blog post so you have time to peruse their site/order affordable samples to find your ideal shade (I'm Atlantic Bisque in Loose & Fair in Pressed, for reference). They also offer pressed palettes, pressed eyeshadow singles and blush singles 😍, skincare, a section for kids, & the best part is how AFFORDABLE it is! 💞✨AND you can save an extra 25% off with code Clarity25 (link in bio!)!!🙌 If you've given up on mineral makeup, I highly recommend checking out their site! I love their thoughtful collections, like the Demure & Dauntless palettes, as well as the Anne of Green Gables collection for my fellow book lovers out there! 😍 Truly everything I love about indie beauty! Have you tried @pureanada? I'm literally Enchanted 🤗

❄️🌿Cold & Flu Relief🌿❄️ It's that ti

❄️🌿Cold & Flu Relief🌿❄️ It's that time of year again! It's a new year... the bright, festive holiday season is over, and we find ourselves stark in the middle of winter... Dark, cold, dreary winter...❄️ I've always jokingly said that January & February are the two most depressing months of the year and we just have to grin and bear it 😅, knowing it's temporary. However, my spiritual journey has led me to a mindset of being in the here and now and making the most of each season. As much as I dread the cold, I also yearn for the silence, quiet, and solitude that comes with Winter. I don't feel that compelling voice that tells me "you should be outside, you should be socializing" because at this time of year, it's the perfect landscape for doing all the things I love: drinking warm teas, snuggling under warm, cozy blankets, wrapping myself up in cozy sweaters, reading book after book, writing, Journaling, looking inward, and taking time to listen to my body & enact positive change. And what that's been telling me is that I'm very ill & have been for years: chronic headaches/migraines, digestive issues, nausea, widespread aches and pains, fatigue, lethargy, an Autoimmune disease, vitamin Deficiencies, & food intolerances I've never addressed. Combine all of this with being exposed to more germs than ever before now that my toddler became a Preschooler and you have a setup for one illness after another. I've been sick more than I ever have been in my life and this is both a wake up call, as well as a reminder to implement healing nature has provided for us. 🌿✨🌿In my newest blog post, I delve into my 5 tried and tried natural remedies for getting rid of a cold & flu virus fast, while also addressing 3 major vitamin Deficiencies that often get overlooked but are becoming a widespread phenomenon across the nation & the world. I highly recommend taking the time to read it and comment below with your suggestions on how you recover from an illness. As the year unfolds, I'll be delving more into handling chronic illnesses on both a mental as well as a physical level! I hope you find these tips helpful in some way! I'm wishing you the happiest and healthiest 2020! 🙏💞✨

🧚‍♂️Perfume🧚‍♂️.. Has the seemin

🧚‍♂️Perfume🧚‍♂️.. Has the seemingly magical ability to transport one to another time and place, as if it were a time machine in a bottle, releasing doses of nostalgia with every spritz... Sometimes, a scent can bring me back to the past, a day or time period in my life where the scent mingled around me and captured the moment in its sensorial notes. Other times, a new scent is so captivating that it brings me to far away lands, Enchanted forests, places where dreams come true and blessings line the pathways to an image of happily ever after...✨ We take for granted the parts of ourselves that pick up on all the subtle things that make up our lives: the five senses take us back to the here and now as well as provide a stepping stone for imagination, wonder, & creativity. Perfume has become my daily dose of mindfulness, as I take in each and every note as it mingles in the air and unfolds on my skin, breathing new life into my soul. Nostalgia: the ever present driving force of my life... 🌿🌳🧚‍♂️Forest Fairy 🌿🌳🧚‍♂️ is a brief interlude to my own personal secret garden that I can escape to as the notes of cardamom, douglas fir, black spruce, lavender, blue tansy, ylang ylang, violet leaf, balsam of peru, & basil wrap around me in a daydream where hope is eternal and the land of the fairies is right alongside my own.✨
I'm going to be sharing my favorites in segments in the month of January, so be sure to sign up for my newsletter to be the first to be notified of my upcoming blog posts! 💞 I've been so inspired, lately!

What perfume have you been loving? Perfume always helps get me through the cold, dark winter days! ❄️💕✨✨✨ #twinkleapothecary #perfume #naturalperfume #aromatherapy #winterperfume #essentialoils #nostalgia #crueltyfree #vegan #greenbeauty #stressrelief #anxietyrelief #winter #fairy #magic #imagination #inspiration #greenbbloggers #greenliving #greenmama

🎉New Year🎉 there's such an ethereal quality

🎉New Year🎉 there's such an ethereal quality hovering in the air on New Year's Eve, as one year comes to a close, and the promise of a start of a new year begins... Sometimes, we can become so disconnected from our surroundings, filling our souls with disillusionment, rather than hope. I've been there many times before and I remember so clearly, the words of a stranger at a party after the ball dropped at midnight, as he kept repeating, "another year, it's always the same shit, it's never different, it's never new, it's just another year of the same shit". The me from 10 years ago would have tried to change his mind, relaying the fact that as long as he continues to believe that things will never change for the better, they never will because the "things" we seek on the outside mean nothing if we're constantly negative on the inside. I've had years where I've felt like an outsider looking in on my own life, never really present in the world around me because I had mentally & emotionally checked out, thinking this was self survival... It was really self destruction. Once we break away from the world and shelter ourselves within the confines of our safe little bubble, it's very hard to break free & resurface, reconnect to people & places, rebuild broken relationships, & move forward. We feel as if we're trapped in our own minds, but as powerful as our negative thoughts are, this also shows how powerful positive thoughts can be in eliciting new opportunities, blossoming from a new perspective: one that's guided by love rather than fear. Love of life, making the most of our time on this earth, and learning from past mistakes so that we can be the best versions of ourselves, rather than the worst. Sometimes, we have to face total darkness in order to see that glimmer of light lurking in the corner, waiting to be set free to illuminate our journey. A New Year is a time of looking back, looking within with the goal of moving forward rather than getting stuck in the past & past behaviors. We are all struggling in some way, no matter how it looks on the surface, but we are all also capable of greatness, regardless of the hand we've been dealt. Continued in comments! ✨

✨📖✨Self-care✨📖✨ For as long as I can

✨📖✨Self-care✨📖✨ For as long as I can remember, books have been my salvation: my sacred place in the depths of my mind that could never be taken away. I loved being able to see the world through the eyes of so many people, both older & younger than me, from worlds I could only begin to imagine. Each book is like a secret garden of dreams where fairy tales live & breathe... Coming to life to reassure me that every doorway is a realm to a new possibility of wonder, hope, & endless adventure. Decades later, books have become my best friends, my guiding light, & my favorite way to de-stress as I wander into another story of a new world, both different & so similar to the world we face each day. Life is all a matter of perspective and what we make of it. This little book-purse is one of my all time favorite Christmas gifts, given to me by my mom, another lover of books and the written word. This antique copy of Little Women, one of my favorite books from childhood, was given new life, as it was re-purposed into a clutch-style purse, with added details chosen by the gift buyer (the button closure, the book ends, the handles, even the feet at the bottom can all be custom designed). The actual pages of the book have been re-bound so that I can still enjoy the story and the book wasn't destroyed, it was just given a new life! So many books get thrown away (if they're in too bad of shape to be donated) after being on bookshelves without being sold in stores or borrowed from the public library. I'm happy to see ingenious, crafty people making art out of our favorite vintage, classic books! I had such a hard time choosing just one, so I'm glad my mom surprised me with this one! And it was so nostalgic re-reading the Merry Christmas chapter on Christmas Eve! This is what I love about #shoppingsmall & supporting Indie sellers! Happy Self-care Sunday! What is your favorite way to unwind & de-stress? #selfcare #bookstagram #bookpurses #repurposedbook #upcycled #booklovers #booknerd #littlewomen #giftideas #naturalbeauty #imagination #wonder #nostalgia #Childhood #copingskills #unwind #relax #reader #story #fairytale #etsyshop #shopsmall #bookpurse

💖Red💖 What is it about the color red that im

💖Red💖 What is it about the color red that immediately gives you all the holiday & New Year Vibes? Is it the boldness of red: the unapologetic rhapsody of its vibrant, vivid hue? Red is both confident, fearless, while being oddly warm & cozy in its strength. Maybe that's why we love reds during the holiday season and then top off a crimson red dress or a red apple lipstick (sorry, couldn't help myself 😅) with glittering gold or silver to add sparkle to the spotlight of a new year in full sight. 2020 feels more real to me than other years.. perhaps it's the fact that a literal decade has come to a close. So, I feel myself turning to reds of all shades for clothes, lipstick & blush, even lining the eyes with a deep plum wine, & of course: a hint of sparkle on the eyes like the glint of slay bells passing in the distance, snowflakes shimmering in the trees, or the glittering light of a soft candle flame. Red: so courageously nurturing in its warm embrace, mimicking the depth of love in true color or color come to life. ✨Tis the Season.✨ What reds have you been loving? 💞💋🎉⛄❄️ #redapplelipstick #rootpretty #rootrosette #alimapure #pureanada #greenbeauty #holidayseason #Holidayred #HolidayMakeup #newyear #newyearseve #naturalbeauty #dyefreelipstick #glutenfreemakeup #veganbeauty #safemakeup #ecobeauty #cleanbeauty #beautylovers #nontoxicbeauty #indiemakeup

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from my family to

Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from my family to yours! ✨❄️🎄❄️✨It's been a whirlwind of events as 2019 comes to a close & we prepare ourselves for the start of a New Year: recharged, refocused, & motivated to open new doors of possibilities. The biggest lesson I've learned is that each "failure" is a lesson that not only shows us how strong we are, it also leads us to where we were always meant to be. Sometimes we have a vivid picture of what we think our lives "should" be or what we should be doing in order to be deemed successful. The essence of true success is a life well lived... What does that look like for you? What sets your soul on fire? What are you passionate about? Harness this energy and let your true spirit unfold & blossom! We're all here to make the world a better place & we each have unique talents that no one else can replicate. Love yourself for who and what you are, love others around you, & let's all make the most of the fresh start of a New Year! I hope you had a beautiful Holiday & take some time to rest, reflect, & take it all in. Today is a new day! It's never too late... 🙌🎉🙏🎄❄️🎁💖⛄💋✨✨✨ #holidayseason #Christmas #newyear #reflection #journey #goals #success #contentment #findingpeace #Holidaywishes #newyearresolutions #naturalbeauty #family #motherhood #momlife #themagicofbelieving #NeverGiveUp #keepdreaming #wintersolstice #joy #findingjoy #happiness #mindfulness #wellness #success

My skin is almost back to normal!! 🤗🤗🤗🙌 It's time to celebrate with some holiday excursions! 🎄Happy Sunday!! 💞 I hope you're all enjoying the magic of the Holiday Season as our year comes to an end & the promise of a New Year is in sight! Remember to do more of what brings you moments of joy! #selfcaresunday ❄️⛄🚂🎁💖✨✨✨ #holidayseason #naturalbeauty #greenbeauty #naturalmakeup #cleanbeauty #allnatural #greenbbloggers #motherhood #family #joy #findingjoy #happiness #mindfulness #wellness #momlife #holidays #Christmas #wintersolstice

✨⛄Perseverance⛄✨My heart is so full of war

✨⛄Perseverance⛄✨My heart is so full of warmth as I write this.. I've seen my son evolve into this confident, unique, & amazing little man over the past two months since he started school. Early intervention laid the foundation for growth and learning, & once he started a full day program at our local school, he just took off like I always dreamed he could! Special education is designed the way I personally feel all education should be: tailored to the learning style of each individual child. I love how they integrate learning with real life experiences & are always expanding their imaginations with thoughtful, inventive crafts & activities that help them put together their role in the world, each season, how the year unfolds in various ways & how we celebrate each time of year! There is so much beauty throughout each season and helping our children (and ourselves) find joy in each of these phases, is so vital to a life well lived. This photo is of my son at his first Holiday Concert where I watched him smile, dance, & sing without fear! This is a little boy who at one point not very long ago at all, was so overwhelmed & over stimulated by large groups, loud sounds, & even life outside of home that he just couldn't handle it. I did as much as I could to involve him in activities with smaller groups to get him acclimated to our busy world. He still seemed to be struggling & I was so scared... Childhood is a time where we can enjoy life without anxiety & I wanted him to be able to experience that with all of my heart and soul. Seeing him on that stage made me beam with pride, joy, & utter relief that everything will be okay. More than okay: maybe even wonderful! Everything is falling into place and I truly feel Gavin is where he was always meant to be: in our family, with his teacher & her amazing staff that have grown to love Gavin as much as he loves them! My little man is finding his way in the world and my mama heart is bursting with joy at the possibility of it all.. Never stop believing & never give up. For each day is a new opportunity to see the world differently and to begin life anew, guided by love rather than fear. Happy Holidays!!! 🙏🎄⛄❄️✨❄️💖💖💖

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