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Perfect Pumpkin Chili
Every year for Halloween we invite friends and family over to have fellowship, eat autumnal goodies, drink and have fun in costume. I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 4, 20191 min read
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It's Fall Y'all
I think I can confidently say that there will no longer be any days in the 100s in Austin…which means it is officially fall y'all. I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 22, 20193 min read
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Happy Husband Menu
My hubby’s birthday was this week and I wanted to surprise him by freshening up our patio. We had this potentially lovely patio that just...
Lauren Wiatrek
Mar 29, 20194 min read
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Maybe It’s Okay If I’m Not Okay
Recently a new song has been coming on in my car and every time it does, I find myself turning the volume up and getting chills from the...
Lauren Wiatrek
Mar 12, 20193 min read
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Let it Snow Let it Snow Let it Snow
Alright alright, I know it is not snowing in Texas… but I can dream of the winter wonderland I was in a few months ago. And despite it...
Lauren Wiatrek
Feb 19, 20193 min read
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Dashing Through The Snow
While we were in Colorado on our winter getaway, I made quite the menu of soups and warm meals to keep my family feeling cozy and...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jan 18, 20192 min read
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Blink Of An Eye
Who is ready for 2018 to go? Anyone wish it would linger a little longer? I have always found myself ready for a new year, ready for a...
Blink Of An Eye
Dec 31, 20183 min read
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It’s November 4th And Yes I Still Have Cancer.
All the pink banners, balloons, ribbons and such have come down… and yet I and thousands of other women still have cancer. How nice it...
Lauren Wiatrek
Nov 5, 20182 min read
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Halloween Should Be About Imagination & Giving Back
Sponsored Post :: Grade Potential I remember always loving Halloween, my mom got really into it when I was a kid and she would dress up...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 8, 20182 min read
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Wounds
Healing from anything is difficult and takes time. Regardless of that wound being physical, emotional or mental. With a battle of breast...
Lauren Wiatrek
Oct 1, 20182 min read
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I Have No Shame Being The Wellness Mama.
My oldest daughter is fixated on treats. Currently if my four-year-old wipes her bottom herself (cleanly) then she gets a treat, if my...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 24, 20184 min read
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Ordinary
Most of us, especially those in my generation, were raised with affirmations like, “You are so special. You can do anything you put your...
Lauren Wiatrek
Sep 4, 20183 min read
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Reclaiming The Summer Cancer Stole From Me Part 4
9th Stop: Wheeler Road As we winded back through the tunnel of trees toward Traverse City, we decided to explore some uncharted territory...
Lauren Wiatrek
Aug 14, 20188 min read
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Reclaiming the Summer Cancer Stole From Me Part 2
Our fifth stop was Bloomington, Indiana. We realized we were just a few hours from Aunt Lisa and Uncle Jeff’s house and decided to head...
Lauren Wiatrek
Aug 6, 20184 min read
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From Blasé to Bold
These days it is so easy to just kick your feet up and relax without feeling the pressure to exert yourself. Many have welcomed a blasé...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jul 9, 20182 min read
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Why Doing the Hard Things As A Mom is Necessary
Mom shaming vs. constructive criticism Oftentimes as moms we get overwhelmed, frustrated, and our stress runs high. Everyone is telling...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 21, 20184 min read
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Warriors Together on the Battlefield
I wake up in the morning and my hands are swollen, they hurt to even close them. I cringe as I pry open my medicine, which is a pain I...
Lauren Wiatrek
Jun 11, 20183 min read
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A Mother's Love is Peace
Last year at this time, I had no idea what was coming. I was living in my own mother’s house (again), I was buried in motherhood of two...
Lauren Wiatrek
May 13, 20182 min read
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Blueberry Eyes in the Sky
Today four years ago, I became a mother. The thing I wanted most in this world, besides being Evan's wife. I was given that gorgeous gift...
Lauren Wiatrek
May 4, 20184 min read
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Whole30 Flirty and Thriving
For real though, this has been the best thing I have done for myself this year. It has been a long time coming for me to get my eggs in a...
Lauren Wiatrek
Apr 21, 20187 min read
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