Andrea

Over Time I Will Get It Right

by Andrea January 19, 2012
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Ever think about the phrase, “Over time I’ll get it right”? Some lessons are harder learned than others.

The process of passing a kidney stone is excruciating. I know cuz I’ve been there. I’ve had babies. I’ve had eleven surgeries. Nothing comes close to this kind of pain.

The first time I had a stone, I was given a list of “No’s” from my doctor. It included three of my favorite things: Coke, Chocolate and strawberries. Are you kidding me? These are among my main …

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Wonder Woman Motivation: The Bracelet Approach

by Andrea August 26, 2011
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I find it interesting how some days I am able to cope with stress so much better than others. On one of THOSE days, when I want to pull my hair out, and I feel as if I’m dodging bullets left and right, it’s imperative to keep things in perspective. Instead of tying a string around my finger to remind me of happy thoughts, I use the bracelet approach to get that oomph of Wonder Woman motivation.

The Silver Vault is an awesome little shop …

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Wonder Woman Inspiration: You Are Super!

by Andrea August 19, 2011
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When I was five, I wanted to be Wonder Woman. She was a super inspiration to me.

For Halloween, I wore Wonder Woman Underoos over a turtle neck and some tights. My mom’s late 70′s disco era gold bangles, red lipstick and a star on my forehead instantly convinced me that I didn’t need a store bought costume.

Trick or treating in my underwear did not phase me.

My entire life I’ve kept a framed picture of that Halloween night on my dresser. My short …

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