A Life En Route

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Currently Reading! This is off brand for this platform. But I am committed to showing more of my actual life in 2020 (including all the fast food I eat.) 🍟 About six months ago, I learned about #uxdesign and quickly found that UX is so helpful for any sort of design - organizational, product, service, website, information sharing - anything! 🤓 I found these books on @amazon covering all aspects on #ux. Despite the inexplicable animals on the cover, they are so helpful and really easy and enjoyable to read. They’re written in a very personal tone from a genuine persons POV. (Not like a generic professorial tone). 👩‍🏫 I highly recommend these books if you’re interested in learning more about UX. Side note: probably best for beginners. I also have the “UX strategy” book from this publisher. And I got so much out of it; lots of overlap with #blueoceanstrategy and #humancentereddesign both of which I love so much!!! . . . #uxresearch #uxinspiration #uxtrends #mappingexperiences #hcd #blueocean #uxdesigner #uxforbeginners #currentlyreading #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #booksofinstagram #whatimreading (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7BPK77p8Tz/?igshid=5tfb8lf1205d

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20 Goals for 2020: 1. Write more. 2. Make writing funnier. 3. Do something with all of my writing scattered throughout dozens of notebooks and word docs. 4. Shift away from content strategy services and focus on what I really love - writing personal essays. 5. Monetize blog. 6. Write a one woman show. 7. Catch up on bills. 8. Not drink on weeknights. 9. Find a desire to meet friends. 10. Find a desire to date. Or at least have a crush on someone. 11. Yoga. 12. Less TV. Or at least watch new stuff. 13. Create a schedule and to do list for each day and stick to it. 14. Read more. 15. Drink more water. 16. Day trips to pretty places in Colorado with Daphne. 17. Find a therapist in Denver. 18. Continue taking meds and skincare regimen. 19. Do what feels right. Not what I think I have to do because others are doing it. 20. Be kind to myself. . That’s probably too many but I’ll figure it out. . . . . #newyears2020 #2020goals #2020vision #visionsetting #goalgetter #goalslayer #2020 #bigeasytrailhead #colorado (at Big Easy Trailhead) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6kvGpHpbwp/?igshid=me02402uok2n

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Omg I haven’t had a good story for the squad in so long. Or a squad. 😂Maybe it’s time I hop back on @bumble. Maybe it’s time I bring these #babysittersclub memes back? Tell me in the comments if you want to see these again! (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6jlvtwpQuw/?igshid=1jzss9j9ule8j

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Sometimes the perfect Christmas Eve is driving 3 hours round trip to soak in a mineral tub with gorgeous views of the mountains. And then return home to eat an entire chicken pot pie and drink white claw all night. The holidays are only as stressful as I let them be. 😉 . . . . #mineralsoak #mineraltub #coloradosprings #manitousprings #colorado #sunwater #sunwaterspa #sunwaterspamanitou (at Manitou Springs, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6eoXlnp1s8/?igshid=1q4r8wrdm8p9x

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“Love is awful. It’s awful. It’s painful. It’s frightening. It makes you doubt yourself, judge yourself, distance yourself from the other people in your life. It makes you selfish. It makes you creepy, makes you obsessed with your hair, makes you cruel, makes you say and do things you never thought you would do. It’s all any of us want, and it’s hell when we get there. So no wonder it’s something we don’t want to do on our own. I was taught if we’re born with love then life is about choosing the right place to put it. People talk about that a lot, feeling right, when it feels right it’s easy. But I’m not sure that’s true. It takes strength to know what’s right. And love isn’t something that weak people do. Being a romantic takes a hell of a lot of hope. I think what they mean is, when you find somebody that you love, it feels like hope.” . #fleabag #hotpriest 📸 x @tiffanyyygomez (at Big Easy Trailhead) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6a7kwdJCWD/?igshid=1bcy9urj3o54b

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It is okay to try and fail. It is okay to try and change your mind. It is okay to try and move on. It is ok to try and find out you’re better at something else. It is okay to try. It is okay to fail. Say it again. (at Lone Tree, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5_ANXWJFp7Sthon3AO-3uX913UF0dqVaZ0KOo0/?igshid=aktp68izd7zp

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Honey, let me impart some wisdom on you: Success can be defined by you and your values. Your life and your business does not have to be determined by capitalism. Not everyone identifies as a boss babe. And you don’t have to make six figures to be winning. You can define success however you want. For me, right now, it’s about the content I am putting out. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I was enlightened to this when a friend reminded me how much content I’ve put out in the last year and a half. For my self, business, and clients. Between blog posts, branding, Instagram, copywriting and photography - I’ve put out a lot of beautiful work. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Two years ago, I wasn’t putting anything out. And I never thought it possible. Even doing this work is beyond what I was taught to believe growing up (by society and family). ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And for all that, I’m claiming SUCCESS. How do you define success? (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5548Gxph2N-Yv2JYbwxY7_GxAvKC6utTKEumA0/?igshid=7y9dzxagphk2

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You can tell a lot about what your friends think of you based on the posts they send you. I get a lot of these kinds of posts. I also get a lot of funny, bawdy ones about dating and sex because duh 💋 I got this one yesterday from @britpark_. And I’m very lucky I get these messages. I’m even luckier to have these friends in my life (and their moms, hey hazel!). 🤗 They’re all 2,000-3,000 miles away from me but they help me stay grounded in my pursuit of love and connection. Even with something as simple as forwarding me a post that reminds them of me. My friends to remind me to love. They remind me I am loved. I love you, friends. ❤️design x @risingwoman (at Golden, Coloroado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B55cXr_JwUJ11pRcWrWhx9-PvjwOxwoNvSpPcU0/?igshid=iswb6ffzbgbq

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I am so proud of this mama today! I am always inspired @jac.dryden. Because she 1. Looks like the same Italian princess she was in high school 2. She is an extremely talented artist, with a unique point of view, and her own style and aesthetic 3. She makes me laugh constantly and she’s fun as fuck (see photo) 4. She is unconditionally kind and loving 5. She is vulnerable and strong as all hell. But today I am proud of her because she did something so hard and she was so brave! I am so lucky to have her in my life. And I’m grateful to be next to her side (2,000 miles away) as we both do scary adult things. I love you Jackie. #gorockets (at STONE MAD PUB, RESTAURANT AND BOCCE) https://www.instagram.com/p/B54EnkppNZDw4l-hFAh08l3T0lT3BzcdDVRsZM0/?igshid=cz763ck840gn

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It would be such a shame to live your whole life and not be completely in love with yourself. 🎉 10 things I like about myself: + my hair + my humor + my teeth + my courage + my ability to identify and appreciate nuance + my creativity + my curiosity + my desire to learn and grow + my natural tendency to be authentic and vulnerable + my voice and my writing ability (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B50XkjYJrUj6Id-hKT4gOGPDd2P_oOO60XuvtU0/?igshid=1c4wnr0d92cwe

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Wishing I was getting a facial this Saturday. But it is gorgeous out today! So things are looking bright? . . . . #facialtreatment #denverspa #denversalon #boulderspa #bouldersalon #facial #facials #pimplepopper #skinfluencer #skincare #naturalspa #aesthetician #aestheticianlife #aestheicians (at Boulder, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5ybCa7JWYrELJg5OQvo2PJZTDTZK2N-4jXUys0/?igshid=194dy2wahk23h

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NO NEWSLETTER THIS WEEK! . Too much amazing stuff is going on that I haven’t been sharing on here. . I will return to your inbox next week. (at Golden, Coloroado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5vY542JpTS/?igshid=1uz8r9jwydrcb

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My favorite mountains. ⛰ (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5swOw_J7_w/?igshid=1t52sxy2twkle

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I love working with women. I love their strength and vulnerability. I love their creativity and collaboration. I love their drive and dedication. Sure. Any gender can have those qualities. But there’s something different about someone who identifies as a woman. All of the qualities come from a strong foundation LOVE. And I’m looking for 3 women to work with me in 2020 for the Monthly Content Magic program. The Monthly Content Magic program is a plan where I take all of your content needs off your plate every month! That means your social media captions, blog writing, and email marketing - poof! Off your plate and out there in front of your dream customers. For the next few weeks, I’m searching for 3 women to join me. Send me a message if you’re interested and we’ll get the process started! #newchapters #newbeginningsahead #trustinyourself #amychanwrites #pursueprettythings #createyourhappy #loveyourselftoday #beboldbeyou #liveoutloud #loveyourselffirst #selfcareisnotselfish #bevulnerable #chasedreams #embracethejourney #choosehappy #chooseyourself #chooseyourpath #breakupadvice #selfcaretips #liveunscripted #thehappynow #liveauthentically #thegoodquote #spilledink #spilledwords #quotesilove #livelifefully #darlingweekend #finditliveit #flashesofdelight (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5qyl82pT9-/?igshid=65ro4trealkz

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The face of a girl who just released 100 pounds of pressure off her. The face of a girl who will sleep easy tonight. The face of a girl who will drink rose in the middle of winter with a foot of snow outside. . . . #roseallday #radicalselflove #radicalselfcare #happytoday (at Denver, Colorado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5l9T4sJe28/?igshid=2f0om05g3mob

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Sunday after Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and blah blah more. But the good news? Still a few more hours to drop me a message to let me know if you’re interested in the MONTHLY MAGIC promotion. It’s non-committal until payment is due on Wednesday. Just submit your interest now to get the process started. Send me a message here or email and we can set up a call to answer any Qs. Have a great week lovies!!! Xo . . . . . #smallbusinesssaturday #smallbusiness #smallbiz #smallbiztips #creativebiz #businesscoach #lifecoach #bettydraper #madmen #midcenturymodern (at Golden, Coloroado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5jcej6pZcv/?igshid=1w8qcfixwr8pv

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Small Business Saturday feels! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Because saving money = great. Supporting a dreamer who took the leap to do launch a small business = truly beautiful. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I have a promotion going on right now: 3 months of content for 1. You can learn more about it in my stories. It’s the perfect deal for you if you’ve been tinkering with the idea of working with me to boost your content goals. To make it accessible for every kind of biz owner- I’ve got a few options to choose from. Check out my stories for more details. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ BUT...no matter what. Remember to SHOP LOCAL. Listen, I’m the biggest fan of amazon out there but shopping local means you’re supporting someone’s dream. And it means you’re pouring cash into your local economy. It’s so important. So as your flooded with deals, promos, sales this next week - buy local when you can! I promise you that it will light up so many people’s lives!!! . . . #smallbizsaturday #smallbusinesssaturday #entrepreneurmind #dreambigger #startabusiness #lifelove #womanownedbusiness #createandcultivate #createcultivate #femaleceo #beingboss #communityovercompetition #womeninbusiness #progressoverperfection #creativelifehappy #moxie #moxiecollective #moxiecollectivedenver #bossladies #ladieswhonetwork #badassbabes #femaleempowerment #thefutureisfemale #motivation #togetherdigital #denverwomenindigital #denvertogetherindigital #womenindigital #networkmarketingwomen #creativessupportcreatives (at Golden, Coloroado) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5fnp4kpTtJ/?igshid=7uiuwehmxatg