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Over the past 15 days, since the Russian government invaded Ukraine and began its brutal, unprovoked war, I have been grieving. I imagine many of you are too. For me, that grieving has come with all its stages: Denial that this could happen after we’ve come so far and learned so many lessons Anger that…

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How to Plan an Amazing, Affordable Trip to England

The ultimate guide! Get a notepad & pen, a cup of tea or glass of gin, and a comfy spot…because I’m going to share everything! Anyone who knows me even a little knows that I travel to England (namely, Oxford, Abingdon, and London) every year. And I think most who’ve heard about my trips or…

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Lean into It…

When I first started this spiritual journey early last year, I kept hearing on my favorite podcasts and vlogs, “Lean into it…” When you’re scared, when you’re up against fear and pain, when you’re facing something uncomfortable in life, you need to lean into it. On an intellectual level I understood what was being said….

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Six Things that Happen on a Social Media Break

Not long after the start of February I announced that I was taking a break from social media. Specifically, Instagram, Facebook, and random, rabbit-hole Google searches. Don’t get me wrong…I love those rabbit-holes, but I really needed to find some mental quiet and peace to try and get back in tune with my own inner…

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I’m a content & creative writer. I’m here to share my imperfect journey through this world, to include travel, yoga, mindfulness, motorcycling, and all my interests. I hope you find something to enjoy and let me know what you think!

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Shelley lives in Northern California in a fixer-upper with her husband & a rescue cat named Oscar. She has an MA in English and has been trying to finish the same book for five years. Now, she's shifting gears... Learn More

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