I took a drive this morning In order for me to arrive at work on time, I leave just before the sun rises. Today I left for work just wishing I was back in my bed and that life was easy and simple. It was storming which made me miss that warm comfy bed so much more. I catch myself in the balancing act thinking that I work too hard and need to take time for myself to relax. On the other hand, when I am relaxing, I feel guilty for not being ... Read more
have happy and healthy relationship: Advice from couples together from 6 months to 50 years
Is there a secret to having a healthy relationship? You see loving and happy relationships on TV and in movies all of the time. It is hard to imagine that it is something you could actually have. Everything just seems like a fairytale and so unachievable. Well, a healthy relationship isn't always a fairytale. It takes a lot of work, love, patience, trust, loyalty, and communication. I asked on Facebook and Instagram for relationship advice from ... Read more
An Open Letter To Me, Madison
Dear Middle School Madison,Life sucks. Just kidding, but not really. You think you have it tough now, just wait till you're out in the real world. Trust me when I say that I remember how awful and terrible it was during that wonderful phase between 6th and 8th grade. The braces, the acne, the lack of style, the short hair, the shyness, and top it all off with being one of the smartest kids in class. Which for some reason was a bad thing which I ... Read more
How to Look Good and Save Money
thrift stores are my happy place I absolutely love shopping, especially in thrift stores. You walk in with zero expectations and never know what you are going to come across. About 98% of my clothes are from Goodwill, aka my home away from home. I could and have spent hours in one store, and have dedicated entire days to visiting every Goodwill that was within a 15-mile radius. Thrifting is definitely fun and a wonderful way to look good ... Read more