About jenni41013
I am a 38 year old wife, mom, sister, auntie, daughter, friend and advocate living in the burbs. In 2012 when I started writing, I was on a journey to take a more healthy approach toward my lifestyle. In 2013, I re-evaluated a lot of things and I say "no" to people, things and commitments more often without guilt. In 2014, I got serious about doing what I want to do and really living life. By 2016, I was so much happier living a life I️ loved. And now in 2017, I’m recommitting to a healthier me while still enjoying all life has to offer. I am excited about my life and where I'm headed with the most amazing people all around me!
I promised myself I was “recommitting”. Basically putting my focus and energy back into the things that were most important to me. Being a good wife, mom, friend, employee, etc. I’ve been working on this for the past year and … Continue reading →
Posted in BAM Book Divas, Blogging, Book Club, Family, Friends, Homeless, It's New to Me!, Marine, Military, Parenting, Random, Uncategorized, United States Marine Corps, USMC, Yelp
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Last night marked the official Meet & Greet for the BAM Book Divas. I think we picked the name for the group because it sounded good because these women are the furthest thing from divas!! They are sweet and … Continue reading →
Posted in 2016 Challenge, BAM Book Divas, Blogging, Book Club, Friends, Funny Stuff, It's New to Me!, Random, Uncategorized
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Tagged BAM Book Divas, book, book club, illinois, meeting
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I didn’t know her. Susannah’s Mama that is. But every time Susannah writes about her or shares an anecdote, I wish I did. And then I call my own Mom. Here’s to fond memories… May we make them, may we … Continue reading →
Earlier today, our VP came into the office and asked us to recommit to our careers for 2016. I stood there thinking about how important that word can be: Recommit. I don’t hear it used often, but when someone pulls … Continue reading →
Today, I finally made my way over to see what the VietNow volunteers have been up to originally under the watchful eye of United States Marine, Jim Proffitt, and now dutifully handled by his wife, Virginia, since his passing … Continue reading →
Posted in 2016 Challenge, Air Force, Army, Blogging, Coast Guard, Family, Friends, Homeless, It's New to Me!, Marine, Military, Navy, Random, Uncategorized, United States Marine Corps, USMC
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Tagged chicago, Chicago Sandwich Run, homeless, Jim Proffitt, lunch, sandwich, Veterans helping Veterans, Vietnow, Virginia Proffitt, volunteer
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The BAM Book Divas are forming and I felt the need to get involved. I know, I know. Stop shaking your head at me. I will strictly be a member. I’m not making any decisions or taking on any additional … Continue reading →
2015 was really a notable year for our family. My son turned 18 years old and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He graduated from high school and just a few short months later from Boot Camp. Mid-year, my … Continue reading →
Posted in 2016 Challenge, Blogging, Homeless, It's New to Me!, Marine, Military, Random, Uncategorized, United States Marine Corps, USMC
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Tagged chicago, homeless, Jim Proffitt, Sandwich Run, Veteran, Vietnow, volunteer
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