I'm Belladonna and I'm using my flashlight to guide you through life. You shouldn't have to stumble in the dark when I've done it enough for the both of us.
It’s the time of year, and I have recipes that will give you all the feels. Last Saturday, I had a soccer game and then a tea building event with my daughter’s team. The weather could not have been more breathtakingly gorgeous. I think that day was the first sign of fall, and it…
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I didn’t want to stare, but I couldn’t look away. There she sat on the bench waiting for her break to end so she could go back to work at a job that she hated. It made her feet hurt and her backache. She didn’t think she was smart enough to get a better job, so…
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This title is the most questionable of all claims. Mostly due to the fact that over 40 and weightloss are not compatible. It’s like your body is saying well you have had a nice run at losing weight, and now your time is up.
Read MoreFor me working out is more than about staying in shape. I need it to have a productive day. If I don’t exercise, I can literally feel my brain wondering around the room and zeroing in on all types of foolishness and not to mention how antsy I become.
Read MoreI am beyond excited to share this recipe with you. I have searched and searched for new ways to make my chili. For me, the sauce is the key ingredient. I can’t just add water to the drippings of the meat. What I usually do is add red wine or beer to my meat after…
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It’s hard to believe that tomorrow isn’t promised to anyone, yet it feels like you are going to live forever. I don’t know about you, but I know that I am guilty of putting things off until tomorrow. I always say that as soon as I wake up, I will tackle it and then move…
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The list is endless of things that I would like to touch on today. But I’m going to start with this. Believe in yourself!
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In order to change yourself, you have to LOVE yourself. Respecting where you are in your life is the most significant step you have to take to evolve. The day that you take a good look at all, your blessings are the day that you can create a better life. Being ashamed of the way you…
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Some times strength has to be taught, and sometimes you are born with all the power you need. I wasn’t born with the strength that I have today. However, I was born with a low tolerance level for irrationality. Foolishness and inconsistent behavior have never been amusing to me. It’s no surprise that my husband and…
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I remember my first night there like it was last night. My palms were so sweaty that I couldn’t get a secure grip on my bags. The line ahead of me was moving so fast that I knew at some point I would lose my tight grip, and my bags would tumble to the ground.…
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