This post is sponsored by Tyson® Inc, but the content and opinions are my own. Summer is here, school is out, it’s wedding season, and there are so many reasons to celebrate! Whether it’s a backyard BBQ, a casual cookout,…
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Feel Blissful With These Summer Must-Haves
There are so many fun activities this time of year: the beach, outdoor concerts, festivals, and the list goes on! Here in the south, after spring was in full bloom, winter decided to stick around a little longer. Then about…
Releasing the Shame: Mental Health Matters
Editor’s Note: This post includes the topic of mental health, including suicide. It may be emotionally triggering for some readers. Seeing the Breaking News alert about Kate Spade’s tragic passing come across my screen made my heart drop. I didn’t…
Getting My Reading Groove Back
From books to audiobooks, I have been trying to get my groove back when it comes to reading. Growing up, I was not a “for real” reader unless it was Sweet Valley High or The Baby-Sitters Club. I did not…
I’m Running…PEACHTREE!
Eeeeeek! I’m so excited! I’m running the Peachtree Road Race, y’all! For those who didn’t know, the Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) Peachtree Road Race is held on July 4th every year in Atlanta, Georgia. It is known as the largest running…
The Essential For Everyday Living
This post is sponsored by Kleenex but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. It’s almost summer, but it feels like it’s already here — which means heat, sun, and a lot of sweat. I’m also preparing to…
Issa Blogiversary! Seven Whole Years
Can you believe I have blogging for SEVEN WHOLE YEARS? I can’t. iCannnnot! * in my Joseline voice* May 4th was my SEVEN year Blogiversary! There was so much going on in the world, so i decided to honor myself…
Make Life Easier With These Simple Hacks
OK, I’m going to be honest here. The struggle has always been real when it came to plastic wrap. I never liked using it (like…at all), because I could NEVER get it to cut right. I would waste…
My Health Is More Than Just A Number
Weight loss is not just about a number on the scale. It’s about making healthier choices every single day. Beyond the scale. This post is sponsored by Nokia but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I have…
I’m Body Positive But It Was Time For A Change
If you read this post, you know that I have RETURNED to Weight Watchers (again). I don’t say that like it’s a bad thing, but it was definitely time. Every now and then we need a little fine-tuning…i.e., a reality…
3 Ways To Fuel Your Hustle
Rediscovering yourself can be an exciting journey. Before the first of the year I decided I was going to make some necessary changes that were long overdue. If you read in my previous post, I shared why it was…
Embracing Where I Am: It’s Time
There will always be signs from the universe to let you know that you are exactly where you need to be. Transparent moment: I don’t like to talk about it on here, but you never how many people you can…