2026-08-31

Whole Foods Red Lentil Dal Soup (copycat recipe)

Sharing my version of the amazing Whole Foods red lentil dal soup, which is one of my very favorites. It’s gluten-free, dairy free, and a plant-based source of protein and nutrients.  Hi friends! How’s the week going so far? I’m in content creation mode for something new I’m working on and doing the usual school and sports scramble with…

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2026-08-31

Jamaica: The Hottest Destination Wedding Spot for 2027

It’s the morning of your wedding. As you look out from your balcony, sunlight warms the water to a soft gold, a steel drum keeps easy time in the distance, and a rum punch finds its way into your hand before you’ve even thought to ask. This is simply how Jamaica does special occasions, turning every gathering into a…

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2026-08-28

8.28 Friday Faves – The Fitnessista

Hiiii! Happy Friday! How are you? I hope you’ve had a lovely week. It’s been a busy one over here. Behind the scenes, I’ve been working on a new program (more to come soon), subbed a barre class, and have the wrangling the crew. The girls are busy and thriving with school and their extracurricular activities, Lola is… on…

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2026-08-26

What’s New with 26/27 Kids Group Lessons

Kids Group Lessons are different this winter. They’re more flexible, give you back your time, and, new this year, families can build a six-day lesson program around their own schedule instead of building their schedule around the lessons. That’s a big change and a big plus. For 2026/27, you have more control over what your day at Crystal actually…

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2026-08-21

8.21 Friday Faves – The Fitnessista

Hiiii! Happy Friday! How are you? What’s going on this weekend? We’re finally finding our groove with the kiddos back in school and the Pilot’s travel schedule. Liv is back in dance, P is taking a break from basketball to play soccer, and we’re already looking forward to fall break. This week, I’ve been diving back into work stuff…

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2026-08-14

Sandals Rum Clubs: A Caribbean Rum Journey

A group of friends enter Dunn’s Rum Club at Sandals Dunn’s River for a drink, maybe two. They’d like something special, an “only here” experience in a glass, and they’ve come to the right place. More than 30 rums sit on display behind the bartender. He and many of these rums were born and raised in Jamaica, and together…

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2026-08-10

books from lately – The Fitnessista

Sharing a roundup of the books I’ve read lately and if they’re worth adding to your collection.  Hi friends! How are you? I hope you had an amazing weekend! Today, I wanted to share the books I read lately and share my ratings with you. I haven’t made reading as much of a priority lately – admitedly, I’ve been…

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2026-08-10

10 Best Playa del Carmen Resorts

Few places pack in as much as Playa del Carmen. The best Playa del Carmen resorts sit right on the Caribbean in the heart of Mexico’s Riviera Maya, a lively beach town where soft sand on one side meets the famous Fifth Avenue (Quinta Avenida) on the other. Whether you want a family friendly base with a splash park…

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