“Allow yourself to be proud of yourself and all the progress you’ve made. Especially the progress no one else can see.” ~Unknown I watched my then-four-month-old daughter wiggle around on the floor on her belly, arms flailed out to the side in her pink-footed pajamas, giggling hysterically. Her brother, four years old at the time, […]
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In a TikTok video from August, woodworker John Furniss shows off an in-progress piece in his shop. It’s a big, gorgeous bowl, about 11 inches wide, into which he’s layered alternating pieces of yellowheart and black walnut wood. As his wife, Anni, films, he turns the bowl on a lathe, carving intricate ridges into the
In a world where words often lose their power, it is actions that truly speak volumes. The power of action lies in its ability to create tangible results and leave a lasting impact on the world around us. While words have the potential to inspire, motivate, and communicate, it is through our actions
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As of right now, the people who make their living penning songs seem to be decidedly undecided about artificial intelligence. And a little uncertain about the implications and expectations in the world of music. Can it make a songwriter’s job a little easier? Absolutely. But will AI replace songwriters and all their heart and soul?
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The holiday season is magical when cities come alive with festive cheer. One of the most enchanting ways to experience the spirit of Christmas is by visiting a traditional Christmas market. These markets, with their twinkling lights, cozy decorations and pop-up stalls of sweet treats, offer an immersive opportunity to experience the season’s joy. Below
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“My life transformed when I stopped caring what people in the stands thought.” ~Brené Brown One afternoon, I had coffee with a friend who told me that she and her family all have a garden campfire every Friday night and toast marshmallows. It sounded so rustically idyllic compared to our normal frozen pizza and movie
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I love the holiday season! I feel an awakening with its wonderment. The spirit of giving and family togetherness makes my heart sing. The enjoyment of gift giving fits the times. Looking for the perfect present for those we love and feeling the excitement when we finally find it! Then, tucking it away until the
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Mailing holiday cards is a popular tradition. But amid a busy season, the activity can create more stress than joy. At minimum, there’s the business of purchasing, signing, addressing and mailing our greetings before the holidays arrive. Many of us go further, paying extra for custom-designed photo cards and even booking private photography sessions in
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A couple of Thanksgivings ago, DJ and entrepreneur Steve Aoki invited 30 people to his house for dinner. But he had a surprise in store for his guests. When 10 p.m. rolled around, Aoki announced, “OK, we’re all done with dinner! Everyone’s going to go do the cold plunge!” A cold plunge is the act
Hi friend! As we approach the New Year, I imagine many of you, like me, are thinking about what you’d like to do differently in 2024—or who and how you want to be in the year ahead. Though we likely all have varied goals, I can say with total confidence it all starts with the
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