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July’s Book Pick!
How does it work? Each month I select a book. I’ll share why I chose and a link to purchase so you can get the book and read along! You may also wait until you hear our month end review. We’ll review the book, honestly, those reading along participate and share thoughts and those who just want some intel before reading on their own can learn more. This month’s choice—Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire-Jen Hatmaker – here is the link Why I chose this book Let’s just say, I am and have always been a bit of a people pleaser. This book is about being brave and honestly yourself and…
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June’s Book Review
The Art of Making Memories- Meik Wiking This book is written by the CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen. He has been described as “the world’s happiest man” and “the Indiana Jones of Smiles” I was intrigued to learn more about how to create and use these memories to boost my happiness as well as the happiness of my family. This book was quirky, full of fun pictures, an easy read, made me laugh and made me really think. I loved Meik’s take on the “good life”. He calls it a life of both purpose and pleasure and says “It (the good life) is when life offers satisfaction…
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Skinny Strawberry Sangria
It’s summer time! This recipe from stone hill winery has two of my favorite things combined, sangria and strawberries! Now that’s refreshing. So, make ahead and enjoy this skinny strawberry sangria all weekend long! Skinny Strawberry Sangria Ingredients 1bottle Stone Hill Jacquesse Kick’n Sangria 212 oz. cans Sprite Zero or Lime LaCroix Sparkling Water 3cups Strawberries hulled and sliced Instructions Add 2 cups of sliced strawberries to a large pitcher. Pour wine over the strawberries. Cover, place in refrigerator for 4 – 5 hours. Remove from refrigerator and add lime sparkling soda/water and a few handfuls of ice.
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World Giraffe Day!
Hey friends, It’s World Giraffe Day! What the heck is World Giraffe Day? It’s a day that we celebrate the longest necked animal on the longest day of the year—June 21 This annual event is initiated by GCF (Giraffe Conservation Foundation) If you want to learn more about GCF or this year’s event, click this link How can I celebrate? Endless possibilities, but here are some ideas! Facebook Fun—I’ll be posting giraffe fun facts over on Facebook throughout the day! Like our page and share in the fun! Adopt-A-Giraffe –By adopting a giraffe you can help with giraffe conservation in Africa. I love them all, but Dobby is pretty cute!…
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