Category: Original to the Blog
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Letters to Eleanor: ‘Be You’ is overused; here’s what I want you to know when you hear it.
So what of this merchandise-driven command that declares “Be YOU”? If we peel back the layers of intent, how on earth do you go about that?
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Letters to Eleanor: Financial Sense When Gift Shopping
Here’s the bottom line, kiddo. Retailers are really, really good at their craft. Understand that going in, and every time you enter a store, do the best you can to stick to the list.
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We’re all a mess (and God is a genius)
Yep, this is a lot heavier spiritually than I normally write, and I’m nervous about it. But it’s on my heart today, so Imma gonna go with it. Hope you enjoy the read.
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Letters to Eleanor: Love your people well (extraordinary gestures not required)
It doesn’t take a lot to make someone else feel special.
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Bath ‘sheets’ are a bad idea, and other impulse buys to avoid
Get really good and comfortable saying no to stuff for stuff’s sake.
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The 7 types of friends every woman should have in her life.
These are the few friendship types worth cultivating – and keeping.
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10 facts of female life every woman should know: fashion edition
A few nuggets of wisdom from my many epic fashion fails!
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When you’re confronted by negativity
Even when you’re not in an awesome mood yourself, you can still share a genuine smile and a kind word with others.
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Physical flaws – accepting yours and handling uncouth opinions from others
As you see things you don’t like – and you will – let’s talk about it.