“Beauty is acceptance. It’s being kind to other people and accepting yourself.” -Whitney Thompson, plus size model

I recently read that in a study of several countries and cultures, Americans were most likely to attribute chocolate cake with guilt.  Other cultures, like the French and Italians thought of words like celebration, happiness or tasty. But we said guilt. That was our word.  That’s sad to me. It’s sad that we oh so often

1. Clean out your fridge. It’s time. You know it is. Organize all your fruits, veggies, meats and dairy. Throw out anything that’s old, rotting or just plain in the way. And get rid of that last bite of chocolate cake that’s been in there all week. Do ya really need it? 2. Make my healthy

So, while this may sound shocking for many of you live-in-your-denim type folks, today was the first time in about 4 years that I actually wore jeans out during the day and felt good in them.  It’s not that I hate jeans, per say. In fact, there are more than 15 pairs of the damn things

1. Send an email to a friend you haven’t spoken with in a while. Make it long, fascinating, humorous and witty, catching him/her up with your life and also making sure to ask about theirs. Maybe attach a few pics or a funny video to add some extra pizazz!  2. Lay in the grass…on a

No, I’m not talkin’ girly drama infested literature. I’m talking healthy reads for healthy women (aka you!) Here, 6 books to buy at the bookstore A.S.A.P to make you feel enlightened, refreshed or just altogether happy: 1. Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert-very insightful, when you’re in the mood for a thought-provoking, honest read.  2.

So, today I went to do my weekly grocery shopping at Shaw’s, and as I waited in the checkout line, I was secretly praying I wouldn’t rack up too much of a bill. Even though I did go for the deals as much as possible, I also got lots of healthy picks, some being organic,

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When I was younger, well into high school even, my motto for life was “Live a Little!” especially when it came to food. I remember one time after a winter ball in 9th grade, a big group of us went to Friendly’s afterward with our dates; classy, I know.  Anyway, as all the little pretty