All 2024, I saved my empty bottles as a reminder of the things that carried me through. I hope if you try these products, it will be under easier and brighter circumstances!
Reviews
Manicure Monday – Nail-Related Gifts to Get Yourself
For years I felt pressured to write a substantial holiday gift guide. You know, the kind intended to advise you, dear reader, on what to buy for your partner, your kids, your parents. The kind of list you’ll find on every major publication and retailer’s home page. Instead of gifts for him, her and them,…
The Lip Balm I’d Put In Your Holiday Stocking
If I had to put a lip balm in your holiday stocking, it would be by EOS. Let me be specific, cause they’ve got so many options!
You Deserve – Jackie Aina’s FORVR Mood Fragrances
I can tell you from experience, the candles I’ve tried are phenomenal and the four fragrances are amazing!
Cool Bed Sheets for Hot People (Like Me)
When my hot flashes became untenable, I knew I had to figure out a better sleep routine. If you’re looking for bamboo sheet sets that have been tried and tested, let me tell you about my faves!
Dinner in the Sky – An Unforgettable Chicago Experience
When you’ve lived somewhere long enough, it can be easy to take things for granted. For example, here’s a slightly embarrassing confession – I’ve lived in Chicago since 2009 and I didn’t make it to the top of Willis Tower until this year. 2023. I know! It’s ridiculous. I’d been to the top of the…
Chicago Spa Review: My Luxurious Experience at Tricoci Spa
A detailed review of Tricoci – the Michigan Avenue salon and spa that’s been beloved in Chicago for 40 years and counting.
How Improving My Home Office Ended My Afternoon Energy Slump
I’ve been working from home for myself since 2009 and it’s been an ongoing lesson in self-discipline and personal management, for real. You need knowledge of self to keep on this erratic entrepreneurial path for the long haul, and I have a full understanding of my habits, good and bad. I’ve come to realize the…
Intentionally Improving my Blood Pressure — Join Me on This 90 Day Journey
OMRON has challenged me to make a 90-day decision to start a journey towards monitoring and improving my blood pressure. I’m ready. I’m doing it for me, and I’m doing it on the advice from my mom who doesn’t want me to go through what she’s experienced.
New Year’s Resolutions for Entrepreneurs
For my business, I find it beneficial to outline new year’s resolutions for myself as well as words of the year. Maybe mine can help you. These are the New Year’s resolutions I’m making for Afrobella.