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Taking a break from my usual Friday posts to stop and smell the roses. I can't believe it's been this long since I did an Instagram round up. It's always fun to look back and reflect on the special, colorful moments that define a season or a moment in time. This is a round up of October and November thus far. What I love about it is all the fun field trips we took with the kids and the COLOR. It's my personal goal to make winter as colorful as possible this year. Think I'm up for the challenge? Yes!

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Fearless Friday: How to fake a full night's sleep!

Morning ladies! Today's topic is near and dear to my heart. It's all about "fake it till you make it." Which, let's be honest, is an important skill to acquire and one that I exercise frequently in life. I've been a worker bee since birth. With the addition of marriage and soon after, two darling nuggets, it seems sleep is a precious commodity that I don't indulge in much. The only exception to that rule is anniversary vacations; even then my husband was staring at me @ 5am excited to book the day's winery visits.  

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More than a lunch!

Have you guys ever indulged in Alaskan King Crab Mac n' Cheese? What about a perfectly seasoned petite filet? Top that off with an Apple Cinnamon Moscow Mule? Oh you have? But have you indulged in all three for LUNCH at Sullivan's Steakhouse on a random Thursday?

Well, I know I haven't...but that changed last week and my tastebuds have been spinning ever since!

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Fearless Friday: The business of blogging! (part I)

Happy Friday Peeps! Lately, I've received many an email from both new and old friends + acquaintances about the business of blogging. It got me thinking...perhaps there's a story here. Maybe I can develop a mini-series on the subject and touch on several micro topics. The questions I've received are all over the map such as:

How do I get started? What platform do I use? What about social media? How much will I make? How much time should I put into it?

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Westfield Old Orchard Harvest Fest

There's so many awesome Fall activities going on this time of year. We've been jamming our weekends chalk full of pumpkins, cornstalks and cinnamon donuts. Well...here's just another one to add to your list: the Old Orchard Harvest Fest.

This year’s event takes place Saturday, October 24th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. And, if we're lucky, this 70 degree weather might hold up for yet another fantastic weekend ahead.

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Fearless Friday: Surviving girl cliques.

Girl cliques. They're a part of every girl's story. Either you were in a fierce one and served on the Queen Bee's royal court or you were cast among the civilians and not even offered a second glance. I've been there time and time again. And, I'm 37! I've seen more cliques than I care to admit...and very rarely was I ever in the "it-girl crowd". It's not a pity party I'm seeking though...I've learned a lot over the years and now I have two little girls. I can feel myself gearing up for middle school already!

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Fearless Friday: Surviving Small Talk + A Crazy Social Calendar

You're either a people person or you're not. And if you're not, social situations can leave you squeamish and all together uncomfortable. I see it all the time in creative types...brilliant in their own right but would prefer to stay in with a glass of wine and their computer vs. donning their best party dress and making small talk. Ironically, my husband is not a creative but loathes social situations. Luckily, I carry the weight for both of us! By the time he's on his second beer, I've scheduled a playdate and a double dinner date with said new couple! 

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Fearless Friday: Advice for Pursuing Your Passion and Switching Careers

Last week was a great Fearless Friday...I am so inspired by the feedback that I decided to dive into another one of my favorite topics: transitioning careers. I've culled together five thought-provoking fearless females that inspire me all the time. They're my friends and they're changing the way you and I think about today's career woman.

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