I'm back post-holiday to return to my blogging roots--talking about some serious business. *Queue Serious Music* I took a little break to get into the holiday spirit with my gift guide and to support a group of incredible female entrepreneurs. But now... it's back to business as usual. Today I'm talking about shoulds, how they haunt me. …
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2017 Cheap Courage Holiday Gift Guide
Two weeks ago I had this rather crazy idea. I like buying my holiday gifts from local shops, and I LOVE buying from woman owned shops, but I obviously can't financially support all of them. So, light bulb moment, I decided I could support them by promoting what they do best on my blog. I …
Courage Travels: Japan Trip Story (1 of 2)
I went to Japan. I have to keep saying it out loud. I have to keep writing it down. Because the memories are already fleeting. Because it all happened so fast. I want to keep these updates brief, honest, and from the heart. Travel blogs tend to offer either just great photos or weird sales …
Subscription Review: BootayBag
For awhile I've been considering a new feature for the blog in which I review all of the subscription programs I have tried. And I've tried a lot. (I know, this is probably some diagnose-able problem.) I fall in love with some of the subscriptions I try and others I quit almost immediately. While this …
Asking for Help Isn’t a Weakness
I blame my countryside upbringing for my fear of asking for help. Where I come from pulling yourself up from your bootstraps is the ultimate goal. Nothing is worth having if you haven't completely busted your ass trying. I still feel guilty when something comes to me too easily. Without exhaustion, hard work, pain, or …
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