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The sisterhood of female elephants-14 inspiring facts
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The sisterhood of female elephants-14 inspiring facts

I received a beautiful elephant ornament as a gift from my Gal Pal Anne. She had gifted this to group of ladies to express gratitude for their support during a difficult time. Along with the gift was a description about why female elephants stick together during difficult times. I became curious and started researching to…

9 Proven Tips-Setting and Achieving Goals- Resolutions
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9 Proven Tips-Setting and Achieving Goals- Resolutions

The start of a new year is always a time of renewed optimism and motivation to make some changes in our lives. Though, if you are like most, including myself, the enthusiasm often fades quickly and we find it difficult to stick to our resolutions. If this sounds like you, then don’t worry–here’s your action…

15 reasons to play pickleball-the epic addicting game & what you need to know
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15 reasons to play pickleball-the epic addicting game & what you need to know

PICKLEBALL IS ONE of America’s fastest-growing sports, so if you have never played, you will want to play after you read this post. I have wanted to write this post for a while since Bainbridge Island is where pickleball ball was born. It’s so fun to be up close and personal with the community that…

21 life lessons learned from the Queen that will earn you respect and friends
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21 life lessons learned from the Queen that will earn you respect and friends

Queen Elizabeth II was laid to rest at Westminster Abbey in a televised event that was  viewed by billions of people worldwide. It’s remarkable to think that a line to pay respect to her majesty and view her coffin at Westminster Abbey reached five miles long with an estimated wait time of 30 hours.  Think about that…

How To Set Personal Boundaries And JUST SAY “NO” More Often
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How To Set Personal Boundaries And JUST SAY “NO” More Often

“Let today mark a new beginning for you. Give yourself permission to say NO without feeling guilty, mean, or selfish. Anybody who gets upset or expects you to say yes all of the time clearly doesn’t have your best interest at heart. Always remember: You have a right to say no without having to explain…

16 Scientific Health Reasons Women Should Drink Coffee
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16 Scientific Health Reasons Women Should Drink Coffee

There is something invigorating about waking up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee. Pouring a cup and cradling the hot mug between your hands as you reflect on the day ahead is the ideal way to start the day in my opinion. I don’t know about you, but I can’t start my day without…