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There are a million moments in life that make you who you are. These are my moments.

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Many people would opt to write their most personal thoughts and feelings in a diary, tucked away for nobody else to read. I chose to share it with you in hopes that one of these stories will help you through a similarly tough time in your life.

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The Many Emotions of Moving Across the World

Preparing to move your family across the world is not easy by any means, no matter how excited you may also be.

By JustineSeptember 5, 2023
Confessions Diary Family & Pregnancy Inspirational Marriage & Family Parenting

Making the Ultimate Decision to Move to New Zealand

Making the decision to move to New Zealand wasn’t an easy one. There’s been a lot of emotions and planning involved. But ultimately, it will be worth it.

By JustineAugust 16, 2023
Confessions Diary Family & Pregnancy Gradeschoolers

When Will Enough Be Enough: Mass Shootings in the USA

There is nothing a mother wants more than to protect her children but we are all currently helpless against mass shootings and gun violence.

By JustineMay 26, 2022
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The Resurrection of the Dreamer

When we opened our first restaurant, I was an eternal dreamer. By the time we closed, I was a heartbroken pessimist. Now I’m finding hope and finding myself again after everything felt lost.

By JustineMay 14, 2022
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Confessions Diary Music & Songwriting Original Music

A Love That Never Faltered (Following My Dreams)

From a young age, there was nothing I envisioned more than following my dreams and becoming a singer. But life took over and my passion didn’t just take a backseat, it wasn’t even on the road with me.

By JustineApril 30, 2022
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The Dangerous Mind Game of Emotional Abuse in the Workplace

What started as my dream job at 20 years old quickly turned into a unescapable nightmare of gaslighting. I wish I knew then how to recognize emotional abuse in the workplace, but I didn’t.

By JustineApril 11, 2022
Confessions Diary Inspirational

The 18 Year Old Boss: Focus on the Journey

It can be hard finding success in life. But success is subjective, isn’t it? It’s time I evolve my mindset and focus on the journey not the destination.

By JustineApril 7, 2022
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Confessions from a High School Dropout

There are many paths to take in life but most people believe school is the only one. When I became a high school dropout at 16, I feared for my future. Now at 31, I have no regrets.

By JustineMarch 22, 2022
Confessions Diary Family & Pregnancy Gradeschoolers Inspirational Marriage & Family Toddlers

My Children are Opposites…and I Love Every Minute of It!

It’s no surprise that my children are opposites. Do I compare my children? No. But do I observe their differences so as their mother I can guide them the best I can? Absolutely.

By JustineFebruary 17, 2022
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How to Write Your 2020 Sucked Family Newsletter

The time of year has arrived when we share our amazing yearly memories with our family and friends! This year was a doozy for all of us but don’t let that stop you from making it sound like total perfection from promotions to vacations in your annual Holiday Newsletter!

By JustineDecember 21, 2020

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Welcome to my blog! I'm Justine and I'm a stay-at-home mom and eternal optimist from California living in New Zealand with my amazing chef husband, Gwithyen and our two kids. I created this blog in hopes of helping others by sharing my honest journey through motherhood as well as providing allergy friendly recipes for the whole family, family vacation tips, and ideas for DIY parties that your family will cherish forever.

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