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Jen Hatmaker on Finding Our Integrated Self | Selfie Podcast Episode 126

April 28, 2020

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We’re chatting with Jen Hatmaker about how women can break free of perfectionism and people-pleasing, and BJ reads a meditation over us, while Claire answers a listener question about crow’s feet. We also talked about: Fierce, Free and Full of Fire by Jen Hatmaker Life Elements CBD Topical Cream ChocZero's Dark Chocolate Almonds with Sea Salt Keto Bark Costa Farms Clean Air House Plants Ellia Wind . . .

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April 27, 2020

Happy birthday to this cutie! Someone please explain how my youngest is 11!! This weekend's family project: some new bookshelves for my bedroom alcove. I'm here to report that staining is harder than it looks and I never want to do it again. It took four of us applying stain at the same time to get these looking decent. Making signs for Aunt Sarah as she gets out of the hospital today. We love you @sarebearlyons! Home ec.   Hope everyone is ok. Check in when you . . .

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Friday Finds: Eco Friendly Products

April 24, 2020

Live Green eBook Simply Genius (100 Pack) Eco-Friendly Pens EcoGenie Bamboo & Wheat Straw Fiber Tableware for Kids Preserve Popi By Shave 5 Razor System Made with recycled Ocean Plastic, Coral Pink ecozoi Reusable Organic Cotton Grocery Bags with 6 Organizer Pockets Kemladio Skinny Reusable 5-Piece Storage Bag Set | Zulily HUNNYBEE Reusable Beeswax Food Wrap (7 Packs) Clean Green eBook Reusable Unpaper Towels . . .

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Not Fair People | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009.

April 23, 2020

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009. I took my kids to the fair today, in a rare moment of sponteneity and self-sacrifice (being usually rather controlling and self-serving). I've always hated the fair, and let's just say that going alone with three small children did not make the heart grow fonder. Lots of fun stuff to write about, but I am exhausted. So for now, I will repost my feelings from last year's fair. Which have not changed. In the least. - - - - - - . . .

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Wednesday’s Child: Jason

April 22, 2020

Every Wednesday I feature a child recently highlighted by a local Wednesday's Child newscast to share the stories of children from around the country who are waiting for a family. My hope is that this can broaden exposure for the children highlighted, but also serve as a reminder that these children represent thousands of children currently in the foster-care system. Perhaps their stories will inspire you to consider opening your home to a child needing a family. For more information and to . . .

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Meal-Planning in Quarantine, Practicing Self-Compassion, and Dealing with Facial Hair | Selfie Episode 125

April 22, 2020

Subscribe via Apple Podcasts | Stitcher | Spotify | Google | IHeartRadio We are all struggling with how to feed a family in quarantine. It’s so much meal prep, and groceries can be inconsistent. Stacie Billis, of the Didn't I Just Feed You?! podcast,, is here to offer advice. BJ talks about the importance of self-care, and Claire answers a reader question about what to do with wiry facial hair. In this episode we also talk about: Winner! Winner! Chicken Dinner: 50 Winning Ways to . . .

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Life Lately

April 20, 2020

  View this post on Instagram   I'm recording my audiobook in a fort in my bedroom made of soundproofing blankets and that feels on-brand for this book and my whole life, really . . . A post shared by Kristen Howerton (@kristenhowerton) on Apr 19, 2020 at 5:49pm PDT   View this post on Instagram   When you are bored enough to build a gladiator . . .

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Friday Finds

April 17, 2020

Hat Attack Women's Braided Sunhat Hat Sanuk Flip-Flops Essie Perfect Summer Shades 6-Pc. Nail Polish Set | Zulily Fan Bag Free People Ivory Embroidered Sunrise Wanderer Mini Dress 3 Pairs Statement Drop Beaded Earrings  Knot Sisters Amelia Dress Kate Spade Heart Stud Earrings Mar Y Sol  Mia Cross Body Bag . . .

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Spotting the Signs of Addiction in Your Teen

April 16, 2020

Today's post is a guest post by Dr. Nancy Irwin in partnership with Seasons in Malibu As our children enter their teens, their independence and self-control should grow together as they prepare for adulthood. These natural changes are important for our children and prepare them for the decision-making skills they will need in the future. As with all new skills, practice and early mistakes are part of the learning process. By this, I mean that kids make mistakes, and as parents we use . . .

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Two hours from Miami . . . | On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009.

April 16, 2020

On Thursdays I post from the vault. This post is from July 2009. The island of Haiti is such a devastating place. We feel connected to it, especially since we are trying to bring a child home. It is always on our hearts and minds, and there are some days where I am just overwhelmed by the difficulty these people face on a daily basis. Truly, I don't think any of us can fathom what hardships are faced by those living in Haiti. This was one of those weeks where several stories broke my . . .

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