What Iām Lovinā RN š
There's just So Much to LOVE! Here's where you'll find some of my favorites & what I'm loving right now!
From podcasts to playlists, baking to books, social to snacks, and more!
Itās a work in progress - so be sure to check back often!
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Books š
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You Don't Owe Anyone - Caroline Garnet McGraw
In her debut book, Caroline shares some of her painful personal stories that led her to the revelation that she doesnāt actually owe anyone. Period.
I have gifted several copies of this book b/c itās just that incredibly insightful and life-changing for anyone, especially over-givers & people-pleasers.
Itās a quick, easy and very engaging read. Iāll be rereading this one at least once more!
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If I Knew Then - Jann Arden
If youāve never met Jann, then youāre in for an extra special treat. If you already know this genuine, hilarious, no-filters-on Canadian treasure, then hereās a healthy helpinā of her humor that takes the edge off the hard truths she shares. Sheās so real, honest & infinitely relatable. This is another book Iāve gifted often & am eternally grateful to Mona for putting it in my hands <3
(DYK?! I appeared on one of her shows & spent 2 fantastically fun days on set? She is just as wonderful in person.)
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This Is Not The Story You Think It Is... - Laura Munson
I didnāt know what to expect from the title.. but wow! I see why Cynthia recommended it to me. Laura takes us with her through some deeply difficult days in her marriage & life, and the grace & space she gives her husband to work through his issues, not knowing what the outcome might be, is beyond admirable & entirely inspiring. Iāve marked and reread several passages because the lessons here teach an approach to all kinds of relationships that builds trust, compassion & the independence to let everyone grow & thrive at their own pace.
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Braiding Sweetgrass - Robin Wall Kimmerer
What a truly beautiful celebration of the natural world, written from Robinās perspective as a highly educated scientist & professor, who also shares so much ancient wisdom from her native culture. Her warm, caring & compassionate character shines through the pages. There is pain & humor and a very deep affection for the land, this living earth we call home. I will forever feel differently about the abundant nature that surrounds me, itās primal wisdom and my relationship with it. Kyle gave me this book, along with a private drum-making workshop with a shaman!
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Holy Heathen - Katherine North
Holy Healing! Here, in Katherineās memoir, where she debuts as an author, she takes us to visit her childhood as a missionary kid. We learn how the multi-cultural experiences and years of religious education molded & shaped her - sometimes in ways she wouldnāt realize or understand until decades later. She shares her journey of self-discovery as she faces her truths, finds her purpose and frees herself to be the authentic heathen she is - still spiritual, but on her own terms. Even if this was fiction, it would be a great read, but itās even more powerful as a memoir!
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The Book of Joy - Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu
I highly recommend listening to this in audio for the most impact. These two great spiritual masters share their own hard-won wisdom about living with joy even in the face of adversity. Plenty of humor here too as they are honest about their differences. They offer practical exercises and guidance based on the Dalai Lama's and Tutu's own daily practices, which anchor their emotional and spiritual lives.
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E2 - Pam Grout
Pam includes lots of humor as she tells us of 9 do-it-yourself energy experiments that prove your thoughts create your reality. E2 could best be described as a lab manual with simple experiments to prove once and for all that reality is malleable, that consciousness trumps matter, and that you shape your life with your mind. A quick, easy read - but take your time and try the experiments.
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E3 - Pam Grout
Pam is back with more humor and 9 more energy experiments that prove manifesting magic and miracles is your full-time gig. She takes you higher and deeper into the quantum field, where youāll prove that blessings and miracles are natural and that joy is only a thought away.
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Bird By Bird - Anne Lamott
Anne has some fun and practical instructions on writing and life. Her dad once told her 10yo brother, who was panicked trying to finish a school report on birds, not to be overwhelmed, but to take it ābird by birdā. She suggests this as a way we can do the same when writing and living life. Sheās also hilarious!
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Everything is Figureoutable - Marie Forleo
Hearing this in audio is best IMHO. Marieās mom once told her, āNothing in life is that complicated. You can do whatever you set your mind to if you roll up your sleeves. Everything is figureoutable.ā Whether you want to leave a dead end job, break an addiction, learn to dance, heal a relationship, or grow a business, Everything is Figureoutable will show you how.
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The Wisdom of Sundays - Oprah Winfrey
Another one I preferred in audio, but the printed copy includes many gorgeous pictures, some from Oprahās California home. Here she takes us along for life-changing insights from Super Soul Sunday conversations. It promises to be a timeless keepsake that will help us awaken to lifeās wondrous possibilities and discover a deeper connection to the natural world around us.
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Expecting Adam - Martha Beck
Iāve been a fan of Martha for years, but only recently discovered this fascinating TRUE story of her & her husbandās (sometimes surreal) experiences before & after their son, Adamās, birth in the ā80ās. Adam has Down syndrome. Martha takes us on their journey, as they came to terms with that fact, and how the powers that intervened got them there. She found much of these occurrences very hard to accept, let alone tell others.
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The Book of AWESOME - Neil Pasricha
Iāve lost track of how many copies of this book Iāve given as gifts..! Itās a feel good, often funny-because-itās-so-true book that you can pick up and flip open any time you want a quick hit of AWESOME!
The good news..?! Heās got other titles that are just as great, including his most recent āYou are AWESOMEā.
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Find Your Voice on Social Media - Lyndsie Barrie
Hereās Lyndsieās fantastic Fempreneur marketing school - in a book! Just add several strong, smart, supportive female entrepreneurs in all stages of business building and you have a taste of the incredible community sheās built for women.
Her new books (āWe Should Be Friendsā & her 90-Day Planner are must-haves for any current (or aspiring) Fempreneur.
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The High 5 Habit - Mel Robbins
Don't let the title fool you. This isn't a book about high fiving everyone else in your life. You're already doing that. Cheering for your favorite teams. Celebrating your friends. Supporting the people you love as they go after what they want in life.
Imagine if you gave that same love and encouragement to yourself. Or even better, you made it a daily habit.
Mel has a new podcast too!
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Magnolia Table - Joanna Gaines
I LOVE COOKBOOKS! and was gifted this beauty, which has been on my wish list for a long time - itās a gift kind of book that I didnāt feel right buying for myself. And lord knows, I donāt hesitate to buy myself a book that catches my attention!
I read cookbooks like novels. That might be odd, but thatās how much I love them - I want every detail. I read each recipe and mark the index with those I want to try. As I read, Iām already dreaming up ways to personalize each one.
Podcasts š§
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Life Changes Channel
Yup!! Thatās me!
As the new owner & publisher of Divorce Magazine Canada, I am so excited to bring the experts & professionals to you. Considering, dealing with, or been through a divorce or separation? Check this out.
There is also a āHope in Hellā series creating more awareness of domestic abuse & support for victims. You are not alone. There are people who care & want to help you.Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Abraham Hicks
Law of Attraction lessons in every episode.
People are invited to share their life questions at an open mic, then learn how they can change their mindset and welcome all the abundance that is available to them in this extremely generous universe.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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ProjectME with Tiffany Carter
Tiffany is a multi-millionaire entrepreneur & business coach who takes the mystery out of making BIG money & interviews incredible people, with amazing stories & action-worthy advice from her zero f*cks given zone! (follow her on IG for TONS of value!!)
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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The Terri Cole Show
Terri is a psychotherapist, transformational coach & author of āBoundary Bossā who helps people turn Fear into Freedom as they face their fears, get unstuck from the past, move past their limiting beliefs & start living the lives they desire.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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The Marie Forleo Podcast
Marieās goal is to help you become the person you most want to be - using strategies for greater happiness, motivation, creativity, & much more. The life-changing wisdom her mother gave her āEverything is Figureoutableā is also the title of her book.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Fempreneur Marketing with Lyndsie Barrie
Lyndsie interviews Fempreneurs in all stages of growing their businesses, who share how to find your voice on social media, reach & serve the people you are meant to help, and earn more money from your talents.
Sheās also the author of 3 books! The newest one āWe Should be Friendsā is out Aug. 23/21
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Unlocking Us with Brene Brown
Brene Brown.. need I say more?!! If you havenāt heard of her, you may be living under a rock haha. We are hard-wired for connection, which requires courage, vulnerability & conversation, and here she is the one displaying all this, as sheās challenged by others & shares her humanness, her research & years of experience.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Chill & Prosper with Denise Duffield-Thomas
Get Rich, Lucky Bitch! Thatās the title of just one of Deniseās fabulous books guiding women towards success with her philosophy that there is ALWAYS an easier way to make $. Using humor to advise us how to make more $ with less work, she shares her wisdom & experience with marketing & money mindset.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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3 Books with Neil Pasricha
Does his name sound familiar? Itās because Neil wrote one of my all-time favorite books āThe Book of Awesomeā. In each episode, he discusses the 3 most formative books of an inspiring guest. Hear what Malcolm Gladwell, Brene Brown, Quentin Tarantino, and many others consider their most formative books.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Branded Postcast with Brodie Pierson
His friends call him Brods. Heās an impressive Alberta boy, and professional photographer, whoās built a successful business out of helping people with personal branding. Learn tips to build, launch, and scale your business online. Buckle up! Heās super high-energy and will have you inspired to take action RN.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Flowdreaming with Summer McStravick
Summer explores the limits of our inner potential, and helps us learn to understand and work with the subtle energies (the Flow) of the Universe. She often includes a sample flowdream for a taste of this guided daydreaming practice. Intuition and manifesting mindset are abundant! (No new episodes since April ā21, but with 650 to choose from, youāll find many to love).
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Stuff You Should Know
If youāve ever wanted to know about everything from kidney stones, to snowmen, hoarding, hot dogs, or ants, to traffic signals, cookies, and caskets - there is at least one episode in 1400+ here that will teach you something you never realized you didnāt know!
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Spiritual Tune-Ups with Mike Dooley
Need a boost of abundance energy? A dose of encouragement in your manifesting & mindset practice? Then I highly recommend checking these out. Iāve listened to many episodes more than once.
LIsten on Apple Podcasts
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The Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Podcast
Caroline Strawson has lived it. She knows & understands. She sees & cares about helping others. In these episodes, she offers so much incredible insight, encouragement & empowerment for anyone healing from abuse.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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The Girlfriend Doctor Show
I am so grateful to have found this amazing woman - Anna is exactly who youād want to chat with about all things female health - mental & physical. There is no topic off-limits here.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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Dear Gabby Podcast
This woman is such an inspiration - for all things, but especially for her manifesting mindset approach to life. Sheās fun to listen to and has great insights. Her books are great too.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
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The Mel Robbins Podcast
If you havenāt heard of Mel Robbins yet, well, you are definitely missing out! Her books and Youtube videos are so incredible - packed with insights and realistic advice that have the power to change your life instantly.
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Insta šø
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divorcemagazine.canada
As the new owner & publisher of Divorce Magazine Canada! the next step was expanding its presence on social media. Enter IG.
If you are considering, dealing with, or been through a divorce or separation, follow my account to find resources to support you during this difficult transition.
You are not alone. There are people who care & want to help.
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yycfempreneurs
Lyndsie Barrie, an enthusiastic & energetic business coach in Cochrane, AB, is building a strong community of female entrepreneurs, having fun with tons of like-minded ladies. Lots of FREE EVENTS + podcast + marketing school + 3 books!
Yup, youāve seen her in my books, podcasts AND Insta faves! She practices what she preaches. If you ever get a chance to spend time with her, do it!
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projectme_with_tiffany
Tiffany Carter is a top business coach & entrepreneur that went from 17k/yr to multi-millionaire. She helps business owners get consistent cash & clients online. She also has a top-rated success podcast and shares SO MUCH VALUABLE information EVERY DAY on IG. Smart & funny, with zero f*cks given.
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terricole
NY Psychotherapist Terri Cole posts love + boundary advice. She often does short videos answering questions with clear usable insight. The author of āBoundary Bossā.
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morganharpernichols
Poet & digital artist Morgan Harper Nichols, shares beautiful, inspirational work that is soothing in itās simplicity, encouraging in itās positivity and uplifting in itās authenticity.
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specddriftseries
SpecD Pro Drift Series - cuz my son is a drifter! and thatās what these guys are all about. Based in AB. If you ever get a chance to watch these extremely talented drivers - get out there for a real smoke show that doesnāt disappoint! You may even get lucky & snag a ride-along.
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beckysmindfulkitchen
Becky Schmooke uses storytelling, humor & vulnerability to build connection and teach mindfulness in a fun new way! She hosts baking classes & kidās camps at her familyās Iowa farm.
Watch this fall for a guest appearance by me!
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balancenutritionyyc
Rebekah Burgeson, a Calgary-based nutritionist, has a very realistic approach to healthy eating, using evidence-based Womenās Health. Mend your relationship with food/your body & feel your best. ED recovery. Boy mom. Cat lady. Keeping nutrition simple. Plus, sheās super fun!
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projecthappiness_org
Empowering people with mental health resources & inspirational content for loads of āhappyā!
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asjaboros
Asja Boros creates colorful and inspirational illustrations that explore inner worlds. Incredibly talented.
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hiltzandrew
Anyone whoās ever met this comical Coronachianite* will want to get more of this former Saskatchewandererās belly-busting humor and incredible drone videos. Catch up with Andrew for all kinds of adventures.
*heās from my tiny SK hometown of Coronach!
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roganpaints
Rogan is just a little painty boy (well, heās actually a canine artist!) who has already donated $7,000+ to animal rescues from the sale of his art. He & his doggie pals from Medicine Hat, AB also do lots of cool stuff.
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dalebrisby
Olā Son DB is a country, western, cowboy comic, a real-deal bull rider, & all-around funny guy. He considers himself the expert on all things rodeo, ranching, and pretty much everything. Just ask him lol
Catch his brand new Netflix series āHow to Be a Cowboyā starting Sept. 1/21
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onebrokenbiker
One Broken Biker is a Calgary-based non-profit organization of bikers supporting bikers. OBB supports injured motorcyclists across Canada that have been hurt while riding. They were there for me when I needed them and I love supporting them. Watch for upcoming fund-raisers and bike nights.
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tornadogreg
Greg Johnson, storm-chaser extraordinaire and talented photographer posts some unreal shots. Heās the star of Tornado Hunters on Netflix, speaker, author & workshopper. Co-host of Storm Front Freaks podcast, Canada's Top 100 Explorers.
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thiswildidea
Theron Humphrey owns the account, but his dog, Maddie, is the real star!! Follow them on all their adventures. The photography is stunning. The dog poses are adorable.
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corblund
Corb Lund is an Alberta cowboy who can carry a country tune & play some pretty impressive guitar songs - many with lyrics thatāll either make you laugh or cry. He entertained us during lock-downs with some live performances, introduced his guitars as old friends and had some decent book suggestions. Weāre huge fans!
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onepageadayjournaling
One Page a Day Journaling helps you get going in a minimal journaling practice with simple daily prompts. Growth happens one page a day. Even if you only use this one day/week, thatās a start! These always help when youāre stumped about what to journal.
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melrobbins
Inspirational speaker, personal development & transformation coach, and best-selling author, Mel Robbins, shares real, relatable & realistic content to support & encourage in real-life.
Grab a copy of her latest book, āThe High 5 Habitā for a super simple daily habit that will give you a personal boost of happy.
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pinkypatelofficial
This HILARIOUS TikTok comedy sensation brings her genius call-it-like-it-is humor to IG. Youāll be ROTFL as she says out loud what we all were thinking (or wish we had thought of first).
Hereās some translations for you hahaha: āroommatesā = her family; āforever peepeeā = her husband, ādownstairs kitty katā = .. well you figure it out lol! Lots more to love where this came from - go check her out!
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myartlife_httn
Huong Nguyen is an incredibly talented local Alberta watercolor artist. You will be so amazed at the range of her abilities! From landscapes to florals, pets and architechture. I attended one of her classes & she took a terrified rookie to a confident experimental newbie in a couple hours - I came home with a framed floral print that Iām proud to display!
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cbstyled
Christin Bryant makes fashion fun AND affordable! I love this local Alberta momās tips and takes on all things Amazon & beyond. She is honest about what works & doesnāt work, the quality of items & how to get them to your door - even from US sites. Now when I head out in leggings, I feel more put-together & confident cuz Iāve seen Christin rock a similar outfit!
Check out her outfit links & discount codes too (linked in her bio or here).
Tunes š¶
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2021 Faves
K, this playlist has actually evolved over the years, but I keep renaming (& editing) it - lots of variety for ya.
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Join me for a dance party! š
Shake yur bootie, bust a move & have a little fun with my āHappy Danceā playlist on Spotify.
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Blast from the Past
These tunes will take you back in time across several decades and through many lifetimes. Guaranteed you know most of the words!
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Road Trippin' š
A huge collection from several years that just keeps growing. Thereās almost 10 hours of music here to take you from point A to point B without a repeat.
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Romance š
Light a candle, turn down the lights & hit play. Romance yourself or your special someone with almost 6 hours of tunes that will set the mood.
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Reiki Healing
Music to encourage emotional & physical healing through Reiki - or just to kick back and relax, drop your shoulders, close your eyes, slow your breathing & pretend youāre in a spa :)
Yum š
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Hawkins Cheezies
This Classic Crunchy Cheesy snack - is soooo satisfying & still the best IMO!
I recently learned theyāre GLUTEN FREE! and CANADIAN!!! Hereās the scoop.
Chesterās Cheetos (like the ones in Munchie Mix) are a close second. Paired with a tall glass of chocolate milk & youāre good to go. -
Icy Squares
I love to stash these in the freezer - then pop them in my mouth to thaw. Dark chocolate are my favorite! Theyāve been around forever & I wasnāt always a fan until I discovered the freezer trick!
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Licorice Tea
You either love black licorice or you donāt - thereās no riding the fence on this lol. I have always LOVED it! and indulging in a nice hot mug of this tea is amazing.
Iām famous for forgetting Iāve started a kettle to make teaā¦ & then Kyle shows up with a fresh mug he finished brewing for me <3 -
Lindt Lindor Chocolates
These decadently delicious balls of truffled chocolate are divine!
Every flavor is soo good, but again - dark chocolate is my fave. If they came filled with Marzipan - theyād be PERFECT! -
Bengal Spice Tea
Hereās how I make this - fill my mug 1/2 full of milk, drop in a tea bag, heat it in the microwave for 90 sec while the tea kettle heats up. Then about 20 minutes later, when I remember I started a cup of tea - I reheat both the milk & the kettle - top up the mug with water & enjoy!
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Black Licorice
This premium soft Australian black licorice is the absolute BEST!! You either love it or not. And most ppl hate it - so it I rarely have to arm wrestle anyone for the last piece! Iāve loved it all my life. Only my Dad shared this taste and everyone at work would save the black jelly beans for me lol
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Marzipan
Confession timeā¦ Iāve been known to buy this almond paste to eat by the spoonful.. but itās even better wrapped in chocolate. My family knows that dibs on the marzipan in the chocolate box belong to me.. unless my little bro is in town. Then we might need to rock/paper/scissors. Christmas packages from Germany often included a box of marzipan treats.
Movies š¬
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Erin Brockovich
Compared to most ppl, Iāve actually watched few movies in my life, missing many classics and having no idea what their plot is, but there are some movies that Iāll watch multiple times. This is one of them. Based on a true story. I love this character.
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Bad Moms
Loved this movie from the start. Iāve lost track of how many times Iāve watched it. There is always another girlfriend who hasnāt seen it & then we NEED to watch it and laugh & fall in love with the characters. *Bonus! the soundtrack has some great tunes. OH!! and be sure to catch āA Bad Momās Christmasā too. A really great sequel.
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Cruella
I inwardly rolled my eyes as I joined the fam to watch this & was very pleasantly surprised. Emma & Emma are such incredible actors and the soundtrack is great too. Now Iāve seen it a couple more times, which is rare & tells you how much I liked it.
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Master of Disguise
Iāll admit, there are those (ahem.. Kyle) who couldnāt find the humor that I did in this movie lol, but Iāve seen it several times and every damn time & am holding my sides laughing. Give it a chance! I bet youāll fall in love with Pistachio. Heās so adorable.
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Top Gun - Maverick
Such a great sequel. Lots of excitement, speed (and some feels). Everyone in our family loved it (some have seen it 5 times already lol!). Never been much of a Tom Cruise fan, but have to admit, heās aged fairly well. Some great actors in this!