Author: Brandi
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Reinventing Creative Friday
There it goes. Another week long gone. I’m happy to say I survived a cold, a new column launch, copywriting projects, my “day job” and a sprinkle of emails and social media connections along the way. But we’re barely into fall and I’m all autumn-ed out. On weeks like this my writing brain needs a…
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When Your Best Is Not Enough
I was suffering from “not enough-itis” just last week. In case you’ve never heard of it, here’s my own definition. Not Enough-Itis: An insidious disease that can damage your health, your relationships and your self-worth. It’s what happens when you compare yourself with others and in comparison, nothing you do is enough. I’m not even…
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Creative Friday: Bling Carrie Bradshaw Style
Anyone catch the last episode of Sex and the City this weekend? I spent a lazy Sunday in bed when I saw it… That simple, but elegant string of crystals Carrie wore in Paris (the one that fell apart when she fought with the Russian and was rescued by Big). After thinking about it for…
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What Every Dreamer Needs
I am no superwoman. You can forget about what my last post implied. Puh-leaze! Although I work hard to change my attitude, I get dips in my days too. Negative feedback from others or within myself is enough to set off a domino effect on my mood. It goes something like this: Could you redo…
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How to Turn a Bad Day Into a Good One
{Excuse me while I reminisce for a bit with an old SATC episode.} Ever see the Sex and the City episode where Carrie celebrates her 35th birthday? Her friends want to throw her a small birthday bash. But they are either late or can’t find the restaurant. In the end, she’s the only bell at…
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Analyzing a Dream
Instead of a relaxing three day weekend, I settled for a 2 day sort-of relaxing one. One strenuous hike and a bike ride later, I was wishing I had a full-time job again. Oh for those paid holidays! But it must have been a lack of sleep. A severe lack of it. Because by…
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Creative Friday
I’m deeming Friday’s as a day devoted to fun and creativity {you can click on over here to see more of my crafty posts}. Although it’s not associated with Creative Thursday, one of my favorite blogs, it’s definitely dedicated to it in true wannabe mode. Wanna join in?* Just post a link to your favorite…