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JUST CAN'T GET RIGHT: I'M STILL TRYING THOUGH

A Real Talk Blog Post by Me + Three Y’all… I’m about to keep it 100 with you. I’ve been trying to get this content creation thing together for MONTHS. Started strong in March, posted for like 4 days straight, then POOF! Disappeared like my edges after sleeping wrong on them. It’s June 1st now. You know when I last posted? MARCH 25TH! That’s over 2 whole months! And before you come for me, let…

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Why I Left Corporate America: Building Different When the System Is Broken

Listen Friends… We Need to Talk About This Corporate Hamster Wheel When I tell you I’ve had ENOUGH of what we consider “normal” in America’s work culture? Chile, I mean ENOUGH. We’ve normalized spending more time with coworkers than our own children. We’ve accepted missing bedtimes, first steps, and school performances for what? A paycheck that barely covers bills and a “good job” comment from…

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STARTING OVER AT 32: THE COMEBACK NOBODY SAW COMING 🤎✨

Listen friends… when I tell you this comeback has been BREWING? Chile, the way this journey is set up, I had to bring y’all back into the fold. WHERE I’VE BEEN It’s been a whole minute since I posted (December?! WHEW). Let me keep it a stack with y’all – life threw me EVERY curveball possible: Left that toxic corporate job (October 1, 2023) Had my FMLA denied right before Christmas (December…

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BUILDING DIFFERENT: Raw Reality of Starting Mounjaro as a Type 1 Diabetic Mom (Week 3 Update) 🤎✨

Listen friends… we need to have a REAL conversation about starting GLP-1 medications and this weight loss journey, because what I’m about to share about Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Type 1 diabetes management? It’s giving ‘take off the mask and keep it all the way honest’ energy! 🤎✨ Y’all know I started this GLP-1 weight loss journey with Mounjaro 17 days ago with ALL the hopes and dreams. For…

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When Your Mind Finally Gets Quiet…

Y’all… let me tell you about something I forgot existed – mental quiet. You know how it feels when you’ve been in a noisy room for so long that you don’t even realize how loud it is until someone turns everything off? That’s what’s happening in my brain right now, and friends… it’s wild. The Constant Noise Real talk: I can’t remember the last time I did nothing. Like, actually nothing.…

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The Journey Begins: More Than Just Another Weight Loss Story

Y’all… let me tell you how I ended up sitting in my car, in the Walgreens parking lot, at 9PM in the rain, about to start something that would change everything. But first, can we have a real talk moment? Where I’m At (The Honest Truth) Friends, your girl was TIRED. Not just “need a nap” tired, but soul tired. You know the kind? When: Your anxiety is doing backflips Your Type 1 diabetes is…

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Empty Cup, Full Mind: Why I Chose Me

Friends, we need to have a real conversation about mental health and knowing when to pause. Y’all know I keep it 💯 with you, so let me tell you how your girl ended up taking a whole month off work to save her sanity… When Your Spirit Says “NOPE” Listen… the way my anxiety was set up, something had to give. Work was draining me faster than Logan can empty his sippy cup (and if you know, you know…

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When Family Drama Hits Different: Navigating Toxic Relationships and Generational Pain

Alright, friends, grab your emotional support snack because we’re about to dive into some real talk that’ll make your family reunions look like a walk in the park. 🍿👀 The Drama Bomb So picture this: My man and his mama get into it. We’re not talking a little tiff over who makes the best potato salad. Nah, we’re talking full-on, gloves-off, words-you-can’t-take-back kind of fight. The kind that…

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My Phentermine Rollercoaster: Why Quick Fixes Ain't It

Alright, friends, buckle up because we’re about to get real about weight loss, emotional eating, and why that “miracle” diet pill might not be the answer to your prayers. Grab a celery stick (or a cookie, no judgment here) and let’s dive in. 🍪🥕 The Phentermine Promise So, picture it: There I was, ready to slay my weight loss goals, and my doctor prescribes me this little pill called…

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Easy Cash, Teach a Class: Side Hustles for Busy Mamas (And Anyone Else Who's Breathing)

Alright, listen up, friends! We’re about to spill the tea on how you can turn your skills into cold, hard cash without losing your mind or your last shred of free time. 💸✨ The “Teach a Class” Side Hustle Revolution Y’all know I’m always on the lookout for ways to stack that paper without sacrificing family time or, you know, sleep. And let me tell you, I’ve stumbled upon the holy grail of side…

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How My Grandma's Wisdom Keeps Me Sane in This Crazy Thing Called Life

Alright friends, let’s get real about life and mental health for a hot minute. You know that feeling when your to-do list is longer than a CVS receipt, your boss is on your last nerve, the kids are wildin’ out, and adulting feels like a game you’re definitely losing? Yeah, that’s when I channel my inner grandma and her secret weapon: the Serenity Prayer. 🙏🏾💆🏾‍♀️ The OG Anxiety Hack Picture…

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Mama's Glow-Up Station: Why Every Mom Deserves This Vanity

Hey there, beautiful people! Before we dive into this juicy post, let’s get the boring (but necessary) stuff out of the way: 👀 Heads up, friends! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. That means if you click through and make a purchase, ya girl might get a small commission. Don’t worry, it doesn’t cost you extra – it just helps keep the lights on around here (and maybe funds my latte…

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When That Job Ain't It: Knowing When to Throw in the Towel

Hey friends, grab your favorite stress-relief drink ’cause we’re about to get real about work drama and knowing when it’s time to say “✌🏾 out” to a job that’s sucking the life outta you. And trust me, I’ve been there, done that, and got the t-shirt (and the eye bags to prove it). From Dream Job to Literal Hell Y’all, let me tell you a story. I had this job I absolutely loved. I mean, I was out…

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Confessions of a Mom: When Providing Overshadows Parenting 💼👩‍👧‍👦💔

Hey friends. 😔💔 I recently heard a woman share her story, and it hit me like a ton of bricks. 🧱💥 She said she was a horrible mother but an amazing father. 😲 At first, I was like, “Wait, what? 🤔 How does that even work?” But as she explained her reasoning, I felt a lump forming in my throat. 😢 The Provider Trap 💼🐭 See, this mama was so focused on providing for her family – going to work, paying…

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“Very Unbothered, Very Don't Pick Up": The Art of Date Night with Three Little Cockblockers

Hey there, friends? I’m finally back, and today we’re diving into the wild world of “date night” when you’ve got three kids and a grandma on speed dial. Buckle up, ’cause this ride is bumpier than Logan’s diaper after taco night! 🌮💨 The Setup: Very “Ocean’s Eleven,” Very “Mission Impossible” See how we planned our date night? Very “CIA operation,” very “these kids don’t need to know our…

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The Unexpected 'Gift': Navigating Parent-Teacher Boundaries

Hey there friends, let me tell y’all about the time Ivory’s teacher tried to play me. So there I was, juggling work, kids, and everything in between. Y’all know how it is – life was lifing, and I was just trying to keep my head above water. Morning Madness: The Struggle Is Real 😩 Picture this: It’s morning, and I’m rushing around like a chicken with its head cut off. I’m packing lunches, making…

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Amazon Flex: The Side Hustle That's Worth the Hunger and Hustle 📦🚗💪🏾

Hey there, friends! If you’re like me, you’re always on the lookout for new ways to earn some extra cash on your own terms. Well, I recently tried my hand at Amazon Flex, and let me tell you – it’s a wild ride. 🎢 For those who don’t know, Amazon Flex is a program where you can sign up to deliver packages using your own car and on your own schedule. Sounds simple enough, right? Well, buckle up,…