tell me the one thing you can't resist about newbo tell me the one thing you can't resist about newborns⁠⠀
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for me, it's their teeny hands ⁠⠀
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there should be caution when you scroll back in your photo albums 😭⁠⠀
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this boy is turning 2 soon and I just can't ⁠⠀
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#simplensage⁠⠀
#stillswithstories⁠⠀
#myhappyviews⁠⠀
#momswithcameras⁠⠀
when I sat down with Amelia to tell her about the when I sat down with Amelia to tell her about the new President and Vice President, I said to her "do you know who they picked"⁠⠀
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"ME?" ⁠⠀
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Of course I knew she didn't know the answer but I wanted the opportunity to talk to her about how @kamalaharris would be the first Black, South Asian woman Vice President⁠⠀
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but here's what I took from her sweet, innocent answer: she'll grow up never doubting that it COULD be her ⁠⠀
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We're raising the generation that will change the world ⁠⠀
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Our daughters will grow up to believe they can be artists, teachers, doctors, and world leaders ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We're raising women who will be lead with conviction, with empathy, in unity ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Today was historical for us and for our daughters to 'dream big and continue to push the needle forward'⁠⠀
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#simplensage⁠⠀
#kamalaharris⁠⠀
#dreambigger⁠⠀
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#modernmom⁠⠀
#raisingtinyhumans⁠⠀
#lifewithlittles⁠⠀
#littlepiecesofchildhood⁠⠀
#letthemexplore⁠⠀
#wildandbravelittles⁠⠀
#letthembelittle⁠⠀
#raisingstronggirls⁠⠀
#raisingstrongwomen⁠⠀
#raisingfutureleaders⁠⠀
#canadianmama⁠⠀
#motherhoodiscolorful⁠⠀
#momlifebestlife⁠⠀
#sharetheeverymom⁠⠀
#motherhoodthroughig⁠⠀
#thisismotherhood⁠⠀
#mamablogger⁠⠀
#momblog⁠⠀
#microblogger⁠⠀
#mombloggers⁠⠀
#mommyblog⁠⠀
#bloggermom⁠⠀
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“She’d tell us ‘Don’t sit around and compl “She’d tell us ‘Don’t sit around and complain about things; do something’ “
@kamalaharris 

I think as mothers raising the next generation of leaders, today, as we watch the first Black, South Asian Woman Vice President, we think of the woman who raised her daughter to believe she has the ability to change the world 

#kamalaharris 
#wecandohardthings 
#raisingfutureleaders 
#raisingstronggirls
you better believe you celebrate #nationalpopcornd you better believe you celebrate #nationalpopcornday in this family⁠⠀
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I almost lost the whole bowl trying to snap a photo because of the two little humans dancing around my feet hollering POPCORN ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
I have always loved popcorn and I'm pretty certain it's in my genetics because my sweet Nonna is also a big fan and now so are my kids - that's how it works, right?⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Our FAV recipe is "Cheezy" Popcorn from the @joyoushealth #littlefoodlovers healthy snacking guide⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Amelia happily reminds me not to forget her superfood (hemp hearts) ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
At least once a week we make a big bowl of popcorn and watch a movie as a family with the couches all pulled out. I like to think one day when they are older they'll snack on popcorn and remember those days.⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Is popcorn a favourite snack in your house? What do you top it with?⁠⠀
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#simplensage⁠⠀
#eatwelllivewell⁠⠀
#healthyfoodie⁠⠀

#whatifeedmykids⁠⠀
#healthymomlife⁠⠀
#feedingkids⁠⠀
#whatmytoddlereats⁠⠀
#whatmykidseat⁠⠀
#foodforkids⁠⠀
#healthymama⁠⠀
#pantrystaples⁠⠀
#feedthefamily⁠⠀
#familyfavourite⁠⠀
#happyhealthylife⁠⠀
#eatbetternotless⁠⠀
#raisingtinyhumans⁠⠀
#lifewithlittles⁠⠀
#littlepiecesofchildhood⁠⠀
#letthemexplore⁠⠀
#wildandbravelittles⁠⠀
#letthembelittle⁠⠀
#sharetheeverymom⁠⠀
#joyoushealth ⁠⠀
#DearNested⁠⠀
#canadianmama⁠⠀
#canadianblogger⁠⠀
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It’s #bluemonday today you know why I know - be It’s #bluemonday today

you know why I know - because I heard it 25 times on my very short drive around town this morning 

here’s what I felt: unsettled and agitated. I know it’s cold, I know it’s gloomy, I’m aware the days are long, and I’m very aware we’re living through a global pandemic 

here’s what I’d rather say: Lean in to what feels good and supportive - today, and every day. 

If you’re feeling sad, agitated, unsettled here’s what we can control:

✨ don’t struggle alone - the more I open up about my struggles, the more I find connection. I believe we’re seeing the beginning of a time when sharing your struggles isn’t a sign of weakness 

✨move your body - it doesn’t need to be to change your body but to feel it. Move slow if that’s all you’ve got in you

✨ nourish yourself - stay hydrated, eat, take supplements 

✨ connect - technology might be the silver lining in all of this; connection is available even from home - if you don’t know who to connect with, I’m here 

don’t let the label of the most depressing day of the year be how you start your week - it’s ok to not be ok, lean in to what feels good and supportive, and focus on what you can control

Happy Monday! Find the Joy in Today 🤍

#simplensage
#mindfulmama
#madeformorejoy
#giveyourselfgrace
#wecandohardthings
#girlstopapologizing
#powerofthought
#lifeonpurpose
#findjoy
#maketodaycount
#lifebydesign
#postivemindset
#mentalwellness
#realtalk
#mentalhealthawareness
#mentalhealthadvocate
#weareallinthistogether
#wellnesswarriors
#keepgoing
#justbreathe
#bekindtoyourmind
#yodoyou
If you're wondering why you might be on the verge If you're wondering why you might be on the verge of tears and exhausted ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Reminder: we are facing an unprecedented level of stress⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We were never meant to be mothers, teachers, and employees all at once⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We were never prepared for how to cope with the lack of boundaries when you're asked to stay at home indefinitely while juggling it all ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Our bodies are in no way designed to handle what we're going through ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Your emotions are valid - if you are angry, terrified, sad, or all of the above. All Valid. ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Your exhaustion is valid - your mind is racing and your body is manifesting your stress. It is valid for you to feel exhausted trying to keep your head above water. ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Give Yourself Grace. If all you did today was breath, you've succeeded.⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We were never meant to do it all and keep it together⁠⠀
⁠⠀
What you can do?⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Stay hydrated⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Take deep breaths⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Get outside ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Sleep, and sleep as much as you need ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 MOMS - close the damn door to the washroom, they will and give yourself a minute⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Don't doubt for a second that your feelings aren't justified ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We'll get through this together and live to tell the story ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Stay home & stay well (mentally, physically, and emotionally)⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
#simplensage⁠⠀
#mindfulmama⁠⠀
#madeformorejoy⁠⠀
#giveyourselfgrace⁠⠀
#positivevibes⁠⠀
#wecandohardthings⁠⠀
#girlstopapologizing⁠⠀
#powerofthought⁠⠀
#lifeonpurpose⁠⠀
#findjoy⁠⠀
#maketodaycount⁠⠀
#lifebydesign⁠⠀
#mentalwellness⁠⠀
#realtalk⁠⠀
#mentalhealthawareness⁠⠀
#mentalhealthadvocate⁠⠀
#feelings⁠⠀
#weareallinthistogether⁠⠀
#wellnesswarriors⁠⠀
#keepgoing⁠⠀
#justbreathe⁠⠀
#bekindtoyourmind⁠⠀
#yodoyou⁠⠀
#wellnessmama⁠⠀
#canadianmama⁠⠀
#yougotthismama⁠⠀
#TeamMotherly⁠⠀
#DearNested ⁠⠀
#expectful⁠⠀
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@mother.ly⁠⠀
@nestedmag⁠⠀
@theeverymom⁠⠀⁠⠀
@bumpdated⁠⠀
@todaysparent⁠⠀
@expectful⁠⠀
@postpartum⁠⠀
@babycenter⁠⠀
@whattoexpect⁠⠀
@momsandproud⁠⠀
@momdotcom⁠⠀
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where our story begins 🌎⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ in our ti where our story begins 🌎⁠⠀
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in our tiny little apartment in #guelph - our first home ⁠away from home - my first love asked me to be his wife ⁠⠀
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(caution: the romance stopped there, it's a hilarious story)⁠⠀
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We've moved back to our hometown in #niagara but Guelph continues to be a place we love - a place that reminds of us how our story began. In a year when stress has never been higher in relationships having our #mpaiful print as a reminder of where we started is special. Not to mention telling the two little humans we've welcomed about our love story 🥰⁠⠀
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Where did your story begin?⁠⠀
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#mapiful⁠⠀
#mapifulfamily⁠⠀
#simplensage⁠⠀
#myniagara⁠⠀
#guelphontario⁠⠀
#howyoudwell⁠⠀
#thatroomiseverything⁠⠀
#loveyourhabitat ⁠⠀
#homesohard⁠⠀
#makehomematter⁠⠀
#makehomeyours⁠⠀
#howwedwell⁠⠀
#cornerofmyhome⁠⠀
#pocketofmyhome⁠⠀
#livercolorfully⁠⠀
#canadianmama⁠⠀
#canadianblogger⁠⠀⁠⠀
#raisingtinyhumans⁠⠀
# #documentyourdays ⁠⠀
#thelifestylecollective ⁠⠀
#thesincerestoryteller ⁠⠀
#capturethemoments ⁠⠀
#thenarrativesociety⁠⠀
#myhappyviews⁠⠀
#stillswithstories⁠⠀
#thefamilynarrative⁠⠀
'sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, b 'sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.'⁠⠀
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even though I’ve been home for ... how long now ... I love getting ready for the day. I shower, do my hair, put on makeup, and if I’m feeling great I’ll even put on clothes and accessories 🤣⠀
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my mission in life is to build a wardrobe of only clothing that feels like pajamas⠀
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how gorgeous are these handmade NORA earrings from @bexxwoodphoto⠀
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These lightweight, 3-tiered statement earrings were made by pressing real plant life into the clay to create organic and unique textures. Mine are this gorgeous shade of Navy Blue with a little shimmer⁠⠀
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I love how truly unique each pair of handmade earrings is ⁠⠀
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#simplensage⁠⠀
#handmade⁠⠀

#madeincanada⁠⠀
#shopsmall⁠⠀
#toronto ⁠⠀
#handmadejewelry ⁠⠀
#ootd ⁠⠀
#thatsdarling ⁠⠀
#supportsmallbusiness ⁠⠀
#shophandmade ⁠⠀
#etsyshop ⁠⠀
#supporthandmade⁠⠀
#stopfastfashion⁠⠀
#shopcanadian⁠⠀
#fashionrev⁠⠀
#buylesschoosewell⁠⠀
#canadianmade
#womeninniagara
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    tell me the one thing you can't resist about newbo tell me the one thing you can't resist about newborns⁠⠀
⁠⠀
for me, it's their teeny hands ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
there should be caution when you scroll back in your photo albums 😭⁠⠀
⁠⠀
this boy is turning 2 soon and I just can't ⁠⠀
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#simplensage⁠⠀
#stillswithstories⁠⠀
#myhappyviews⁠⠀
#momswithcameras⁠⠀
    when I sat down with Amelia to tell her about the when I sat down with Amelia to tell her about the new President and Vice President, I said to her "do you know who they picked"⁠⠀
⁠⠀
"ME?" ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Of course I knew she didn't know the answer but I wanted the opportunity to talk to her about how @kamalaharris would be the first Black, South Asian woman Vice President⁠⠀
⁠⠀
but here's what I took from her sweet, innocent answer: she'll grow up never doubting that it COULD be her ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We're raising the generation that will change the world ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Our daughters will grow up to believe they can be artists, teachers, doctors, and world leaders ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We're raising women who will be lead with conviction, with empathy, in unity ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Today was historical for us and for our daughters to 'dream big and continue to push the needle forward'⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
#simplensage⁠⠀
#kamalaharris⁠⠀
#dreambigger⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
#modernmom⁠⠀
#raisingtinyhumans⁠⠀
#lifewithlittles⁠⠀
#littlepiecesofchildhood⁠⠀
#letthemexplore⁠⠀
#wildandbravelittles⁠⠀
#letthembelittle⁠⠀
#raisingstronggirls⁠⠀
#raisingstrongwomen⁠⠀
#raisingfutureleaders⁠⠀
#canadianmama⁠⠀
#motherhoodiscolorful⁠⠀
#momlifebestlife⁠⠀
#sharetheeverymom⁠⠀
#motherhoodthroughig⁠⠀
#thisismotherhood⁠⠀
#mamablogger⁠⠀
#momblog⁠⠀
#microblogger⁠⠀
#mombloggers⁠⠀
#mommyblog⁠⠀
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    “She’d tell us ‘Don’t sit around and compl “She’d tell us ‘Don’t sit around and complain about things; do something’ “
@kamalaharris 

I think as mothers raising the next generation of leaders, today, as we watch the first Black, South Asian Woman Vice President, we think of the woman who raised her daughter to believe she has the ability to change the world 

#kamalaharris 
#wecandohardthings 
#raisingfutureleaders 
#raisingstronggirls
    you better believe you celebrate #nationalpopcornd you better believe you celebrate #nationalpopcornday in this family⁠⠀
⁠⠀
I almost lost the whole bowl trying to snap a photo because of the two little humans dancing around my feet hollering POPCORN ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
I have always loved popcorn and I'm pretty certain it's in my genetics because my sweet Nonna is also a big fan and now so are my kids - that's how it works, right?⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Our FAV recipe is "Cheezy" Popcorn from the @joyoushealth #littlefoodlovers healthy snacking guide⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Amelia happily reminds me not to forget her superfood (hemp hearts) ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
At least once a week we make a big bowl of popcorn and watch a movie as a family with the couches all pulled out. I like to think one day when they are older they'll snack on popcorn and remember those days.⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Is popcorn a favourite snack in your house? What do you top it with?⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
#simplensage⁠⠀
#eatwelllivewell⁠⠀
#healthyfoodie⁠⠀

#whatifeedmykids⁠⠀
#healthymomlife⁠⠀
#feedingkids⁠⠀
#whatmytoddlereats⁠⠀
#whatmykidseat⁠⠀
#foodforkids⁠⠀
#healthymama⁠⠀
#pantrystaples⁠⠀
#feedthefamily⁠⠀
#familyfavourite⁠⠀
#happyhealthylife⁠⠀
#eatbetternotless⁠⠀
#raisingtinyhumans⁠⠀
#lifewithlittles⁠⠀
#littlepiecesofchildhood⁠⠀
#letthemexplore⁠⠀
#wildandbravelittles⁠⠀
#letthembelittle⁠⠀
#sharetheeverymom⁠⠀
#joyoushealth ⁠⠀
#DearNested⁠⠀
#canadianmama⁠⠀
#canadianblogger⁠⠀
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    It’s #bluemonday today you know why I know - be It’s #bluemonday today

you know why I know - because I heard it 25 times on my very short drive around town this morning 

here’s what I felt: unsettled and agitated. I know it’s cold, I know it’s gloomy, I’m aware the days are long, and I’m very aware we’re living through a global pandemic 

here’s what I’d rather say: Lean in to what feels good and supportive - today, and every day. 

If you’re feeling sad, agitated, unsettled here’s what we can control:

✨ don’t struggle alone - the more I open up about my struggles, the more I find connection. I believe we’re seeing the beginning of a time when sharing your struggles isn’t a sign of weakness 

✨move your body - it doesn’t need to be to change your body but to feel it. Move slow if that’s all you’ve got in you

✨ nourish yourself - stay hydrated, eat, take supplements 

✨ connect - technology might be the silver lining in all of this; connection is available even from home - if you don’t know who to connect with, I’m here 

don’t let the label of the most depressing day of the year be how you start your week - it’s ok to not be ok, lean in to what feels good and supportive, and focus on what you can control

Happy Monday! Find the Joy in Today 🤍

#simplensage
#mindfulmama
#madeformorejoy
#giveyourselfgrace
#wecandohardthings
#girlstopapologizing
#powerofthought
#lifeonpurpose
#findjoy
#maketodaycount
#lifebydesign
#postivemindset
#mentalwellness
#realtalk
#mentalhealthawareness
#mentalhealthadvocate
#weareallinthistogether
#wellnesswarriors
#keepgoing
#justbreathe
#bekindtoyourmind
#yodoyou
    If you're wondering why you might be on the verge If you're wondering why you might be on the verge of tears and exhausted ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Reminder: we are facing an unprecedented level of stress⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We were never meant to be mothers, teachers, and employees all at once⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We were never prepared for how to cope with the lack of boundaries when you're asked to stay at home indefinitely while juggling it all ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Our bodies are in no way designed to handle what we're going through ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Your emotions are valid - if you are angry, terrified, sad, or all of the above. All Valid. ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Your exhaustion is valid - your mind is racing and your body is manifesting your stress. It is valid for you to feel exhausted trying to keep your head above water. ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Give Yourself Grace. If all you did today was breath, you've succeeded.⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We were never meant to do it all and keep it together⁠⠀
⁠⠀
What you can do?⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Stay hydrated⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Take deep breaths⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Get outside ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Sleep, and sleep as much as you need ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 MOMS - close the damn door to the washroom, they will and give yourself a minute⁠⠀
⁠⠀
🌱 Don't doubt for a second that your feelings aren't justified ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
We'll get through this together and live to tell the story ⁠⠀
⁠⠀
Stay home & stay well (mentally, physically, and emotionally)⁠⠀
⁠⠀
⁠⠀
#simplensage⁠⠀
#mindfulmama⁠⠀
#madeformorejoy⁠⠀
#giveyourselfgrace⁠⠀
#positivevibes⁠⠀
#wecandohardthings⁠⠀
#girlstopapologizing⁠⠀
#powerofthought⁠⠀
#lifeonpurpose⁠⠀
#findjoy⁠⠀
#maketodaycount⁠⠀
#lifebydesign⁠⠀
#mentalwellness⁠⠀
#realtalk⁠⠀
#mentalhealthawareness⁠⠀
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    where our story begins 🌎⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ in our ti where our story begins 🌎⁠⠀
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in our tiny little apartment in #guelph - our first home ⁠away from home - my first love asked me to be his wife ⁠⠀
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We've moved back to our hometown in #niagara but Guelph continues to be a place we love - a place that reminds of us how our story began. In a year when stress has never been higher in relationships having our #mpaiful print as a reminder of where we started is special. Not to mention telling the two little humans we've welcomed about our love story 🥰⁠⠀
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Where did your story begin?⁠⠀
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    'sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, b 'sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.'⁠⠀
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even though I’ve been home for ... how long now ... I love getting ready for the day. I shower, do my hair, put on makeup, and if I’m feeling great I’ll even put on clothes and accessories 🤣⠀
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my mission in life is to build a wardrobe of only clothing that feels like pajamas⠀
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how gorgeous are these handmade NORA earrings from @bexxwoodphoto⠀
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These lightweight, 3-tiered statement earrings were made by pressing real plant life into the clay to create organic and unique textures. Mine are this gorgeous shade of Navy Blue with a little shimmer⁠⠀
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I love how truly unique each pair of handmade earrings is ⁠⠀
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Use code SAGE15 for 15% off ⁠⠀
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    was anyone else hoping that the clock would strike was anyone else hoping that the clock would strike midnight and 2021 would be all ☀️and 🌈

the tension in my jaw is back like in was in March 

the discomfort around the unknown is still there 

add exhaustion to the max

here’s what’s different 

ME

not in a new year, new me kinda way 

just the me that has grown 

I’ve been repeating a few mantras that have been really helpful in remembering what I am in control of when the 🌎 around me seems out of control 

✨I choose to find joy in the journey 

✨ I choose to lean in to what feels good and supportive 

so the tension in my jaw is still there but I’m feeling it and I’m leaning into what feels supportive rather than barreling through 

I’m committed to supporting my wellness first - that’s what I have control over 

how are you feeling? honesty and venting is encouraged 👇

#simplensage 
#mindfulmama
#madeformorejoy
#giveyourselfgrace

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