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Tattoo parlors are filled with people addicted to ink. Some love the artistic expression, while others aim to brand themselves with a mantra or positive saying. Like me, many use tattoos as a form of therapy, a symbol of...

The Gifts of Grief

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In October of 2022, my grandpa passed away. Losing him was a loss unlike anything I had ever known. And so was the grief. In therapy (everyone should go to therapy!), my therapist talked to me about how losing...
February 14 is National Donor Day, which is an extremely significant day for my family because it honors organ donors. Over a decade ago, my mother became very sick. Her health deteriorated slowly at first, but then she was suddenly...
How can this be that it is already 2024? I spent 2023 healing, crying, getting an iron infusion, and spending time with family. I had therapy and became more pragmatic in my approach to life; I learned to deal...
Please note that this post contains references to suicide and depression. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988 or chat the lifeline. Within the first...
My mom was in hospice care when she met our puppy, Remy. Never a fan of dogs, she looked at his wriggling, fluffy body disdainfully and said, "I won't visit your house if he's there." Suddenly remembering that she...
I’ve never been a runner. Many of my friends run half marathons, and I’ve always thought, “They are crazy.” For years, I occasionally ran on the treadmill for the obligatory 30 minutes of cardio, and I hated every minute of...
As we settle into the new year, I find myself less in the mood to set big, new goals and more in the mindset of looking for ways to more deeply enjoy the life I already have. I want...
Going to bed early vs. staying up late is a topic that seems to keep coming up recently. They say the early bird gets the worm, right? What I have learned so far in my life and as I...

Winter Doldrums

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If you're anything like me, the winter doldrums really hit hard come February. Gone are the holiday festivities and new year enthusiasm, and in rolls the sluggish apathy that makes itself at home this time of year. I used...
About a year ago, I - the old millennial in a fully committed relationship with Instagram - begrudgingly joined TikTok. To say the algorithm is impressive would be an understatement. My feed quickly filled with videos of book recommendations,...
As mothers, we sometimes put ourselves last when it comes to our health. But if you are experiencing abdominal or pelvic pain, why should you continue to suffer? You might have uterine fibroids. If you have questions or concerns...
My husband and I have completed a few rounds of the popular Whole30 diet. We even attempted a round when I was pregnant (full disclosure: I stopped a few days early because I couldn't take it anymore). While I...
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In + Around Indy

See Circle City: 11 Kid Friendly Breweries Around Indianapolis

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Is there anything better than sitting outside with your favorite beverage? For me, not much! I’m a big craft beer fan. And as soon...