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…
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Charrovida Reopens with Plant Plus+ Menu
Charrovida reopened with a Plant Plus+ refreshed menu and lower prices. After a two-month closure, guests can now join the restaurant for limited dine-in and patio seating, take-out or curbside…
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Celebratory Picnic!
Last weekend, Alex and I finally finished our backyard so we decided to have a celebratory picnic on our new turf! I will share more backyard details later, but as…
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Enough is Enough: Use Your Voice
Don’t stay silent. Use your voice. We need to do better, as humans, to stand up for what is right. This post is about promoting basic human rights. I don't…
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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…
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Juniper Green Wedding
Read moreA week ago my youngest sister, Leah, said “I do” to her high school sweetheart of nine years! It was a beautiful, rustic wedding on a ranch. Leah’s colors were yellow and green. For the bridesmaid dresses, she allowed everyone…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
