Last October I opened up about my mental health struggles. During that time I did not have an answer or an optimistic solution. I’ve always been the type of person who could quickly overcome any obstacle or dilemma, but I had reached a breaking point. The severity of my depression and anxiety began around March…
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How to Empower Women
Read moreWomen can accomplish incredible things when they support each other. We live in a world where you have the freedom to spread hate or love. Why wouldn’t you choose to encourage others rather than shut them down? Here are three ways you can empower women: 1. Celebrate Her Success! Support a woman’s goals, dreams, ambitions,…
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What I Learned from my First Year of Marriage
Read moreThis year, Alex and I celebrated 12 years together and our first wedding anniversary! Marriage is a holy institution where a husband and wife are bonded through the word of God, and I was able to experience firsthand what this meant after I got married. There are two main things I learned and it only…
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The Ritz-Carlton Earns Forbes Five-Star Rating for Fifth Consecutive Year
Read moreThe Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain received recognition as a Five-Star luxury resort for the fifth consecutive year from Forbes Travel Guide. Under this recognition from Forbes Travel Guide, the property continues to be the only full-destination resort in the southwestern United States, and remains as one of the eight most luxurious hotel and spa properties in…
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A Syrian Sentiment
Read moreNew York Fashion Week is the opportunity to showcase creativity and eclectic styles. For my every-day-look, I tend to gravitate towards feminine whimsical or classic pieces. However for NYFW, I wanted to do something different for Rebecca Minkoff’s show. I integrated a piece of my family into the look I created: a velvet bolero with…
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Alice + Olivia Fall 2019 RTW
Read moreThe moment I walked through the historical wooden doors of the Gothic Revival synagogue, now known as the Angel Orensanz Center, I felt as though I had stepped into another world. That world was filled with magic, fantasy, romance and elicited emotions of pure delight. This was the fantasy world created by Alice + Olivia…
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Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain: A Culinary Experience
Read moreThe Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is a desert luxury experience nestled into the historical foothills of the Tortolita Mountains, where the Hohokam tribe resided until 1450 AD. Alex and I thoroughly enjoyed our sponsored stay with the Ritz-Carlton. It was a weekend getaway filled with a divine culinary experience and plenty of relaxation. As someone who…
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My Next Walk of Faith
Read moreHolding onto my hat for the next adventure He has planned for me! For the first time everything is uncertain and not planned out. This new journey will be based on my faith and realigning what my true values are. Since my last post in October, I found myself doing some soul searching and made…
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My Own Struggle With Mental Health
Read moreThis past year my mental health has been affected in a way I have never experienced before. It’s hard for me to find enjoyment in the things I used to love to do. I have to put forth a much greater effort to accomplish tasks. I have had to essentially force myself to do a…
