An Afternoon Tea Time Chat with The W.E.L.L. Summit, Gabby Bernstein and Sara DiVello

You know when you're going to have FOMO before you even have the FOMO because you know that people are going to be able to experience something so cool and you're not going to be able to go? That's how I feel about the Tea Time chat being hosted by The W.E.L.L. Summit in early October. I'm traveling for work (BOO!) but if you're in the Boston area on October 2nd, please do yourself a solid and snag a ticket for the Tea Time Chat with authors Gabby Bernstein and Sara DiVello, two thought leaders (in my opinion) who will no doubt leave you feeling refreshed, inspired and just damn good! You'll sip on organic teas and snacks. You'll have soulful conversations with other likeminded people. You'll be like this close to Gabby Bernstein *me holding my fingers close together*. I'd like to think this is one of those events that you walk away feeling like a new person... that's how I'm viewing it anyhow. That's what is so great about the events that The W.E.L.L. Summit puts together (including the Summit itself). They are intimate and thought provoking. You're not one of 200 people sitting in a room. You are a person contributing to the conversation and leave feeling heard/validated/accepted/loved... This is yet another event that will leave you feeling inspired, I promise. You can snag tickets here or click the picture below to take you to the event page!

What you will get with your ticket:

• All attendees will leave with a gift bag of carefully curated wellness products and a copy of Gabby's new book, "The Universe Has Your Back" so that they can continue to be nourished and pampered at home.($150)

• VIP Attendees will receive copies of Sara and Gabby's books, premier seating, front of the line privileges for Gabby's post-talk book signing, gift bag of carefully curated wellness products (value $150) and a as a BONUS: access to Gabby Bernstein's True Power Digital Workshop ($297 Value). In this five-hour program, Gabby teaches her favorite techniques to combat our most common problems -- from anxiety and addiction to burnout and resentment. Please note: In order to receive this Workshop, the WELL Summit will need to share your email address with Gabby Bernstein.

So have I piqued your interest yet? I'd love to hear ALL about the event from those who attend so that I can live vicariously through you, so please do let me know EVERYTHING! Oh and can someone grab me a signed copy of GB's new book? Please and thank you!

Find out more about Sara DiVello, author, Where in the OM Am I? Best Memoir Winner, NIEA, and a Shape Magazine  Book Selection on saradivello.com or find her on social media @saradivello and Facebook.com/saradivelloOM

Find out more about Gabby Bernstein, author, The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith, and more on gabbybernstein.com or find her on social media @GabbyBernstein and Facebook.com/gabriellebernstein

What I'm Reading...

I miss reading and I'm sick of only reading articles on the internet. I've taken it upon my self to stock up on physical books as well as on my iPad so that I can spend my Summer into Fall reading more for pleasure and not all about the ridiculous celebrity gossip. Also, to be perfectly honest, I need to stop reading every negative piece of news that hits my google alerts; it's not good for my psyche lately and I need to do a little resetting. So do you want to know what's on the docket for me in the future?

Live Fast Die Hot by Jenny Mollen- If you follow Jenny Mollen on any of her social media channels, she is sure to make you laugh. I have read reviews of this book and it's supposedly laugh out loud and especially poignant if you are a mother. I feel like Jenny and I would be Mom friends but then I'm probably just thinking that because we have toddlers and aren't perfect.

123 Magic! 3 Step Discipline for Calm, Effective and Happy Parenting by Thomas Phelan- Speaking of toddlers; I've got a live one at home... this particular toddler is spirited and I'm looking to regain control of my life. Our pediatrician has recommended it and so far, counting to 1,2,3 has brought in mixed results but you can't blame a Mom for trying.

Zoo by James Patterson- I just recently binge watched the first season of CBS' Zoo. I loved it and have to think, since the book is always better, then I might as well read the book. I'm one of those people who won't remember enough of the details from the show to have the book spoiled for me after the fact.

Patternless Sewing Mod Style by Patty Prann Young- Who knows if I will actually be able to put any of this into practice but I think it looks like a really neat book, and you know what? Cutting out patterns is the WORST so I'm down with measuring then sewing looks for myself!

Red Queen by Victoria Aveyard- It's been awhile since I indulged in some really good YA Fantasy so I have been on the lookout for something piques my interest. Red Queen has the makings of a long term relationship (hello, trilogy) and also has that dystopian feel that I usually gravitate towards. I'll let my cousin know if this works for me since we've read our way through Twilight, Divergent and

 the Delirium series.

Cravings: Recipes for All the Foods You Want to Eat by Chrissy Teigen- Ugh I love Chrissy Teigen and this cookbook reignited a love of physical cookbooks. I grabbed this and it's in no way, shape or form good for your diet but the recipes are decadent and perfect for hearty family meals come Fall and Winter. Practice makes perfect, right?

Cell by Stephen King- Oddly enough, despite not wanted to read negative things, reading the horrible reviews about how the upcoming movie in no way compares to the great source material, made me want to read this book about cell phones turning people into homicidal maniacs... something tells me I won't be able to read this before bed though because nightmares.

The Clean Eating Kitchen- My cousin just got me this cookbook for my birthday and I'm loving the delicious takes on clean dishes. We aren't ever going to be 100% clean eating family but I can certainly do my best to bring more fresh and non-processed ingredients into our home.

Have you read any of these books? Which do I have to move to first in line?

Candy Free Easter Basket Favorites

Ugh, I saw Peeps the other day. Peeps have to be my least favorite candy every created. Pure sugar, the textures, the eerily cute appearance. No offense to all of you that love them but I hate Peeps. I really do. That said. I am not a hater of all Easter candy. I love Cadbury Mini Eggs with every fiber of my being and that is true. I see the purple bag the second it hits the stores right after Valentine's Day and my heart does a pitter patter... but they aren't good for us! Any Easter gifts I am giving this year are either going to be sweet or spicy without the calories!

*Florentine Egg Plates, *Lulu by Lulu Guiness Shoulder Bag, * Soap and Glory Star Body Buttercream, *Capri Sandals, *William-Sonoma Easter Basket, *Easter Cookie Cutter Box Set, *Meadow Medley Stuffed Lamb,

*Professor Phardtpounders Colon Cleaner Hotsauce, *Easter Eggstravaganza Mad Libs, *I Like Easter Eggs Decal, *Yoda Plush Easter Basket, *Shamanuti Activated Charcoal Cleanser, *ASOS Clutch bag, *Capri Sandals, *Plush Posable Chick, *Yellow Banded Easter Plates, 

What's going in your Easter basket this year?

Ladies I Love: Jordan Reid, Ramshackle Glam + a Giveaway

When the book Ramshackle Glam: The New Mom's Haphazard Guide to (Almost) Having It All was released in the Spring of 2014, I was knee deep in What to Expect When You're Expecting type books filled with all things pregnancy related. Being that this is my first baby, I was like, totally not prepared for everything that no one tells you once that little bundle of joy (and poop and love) arrives. I think that a lot of what comes with being a new mother is kept on the DL because if we talk about our worries and what we fear are failures, we might be viewed as a bad mother by those judgey types. Or so I would assume... I haven't shied away from expressing anything and everything that is on my mind so when I (belatedly) picked up Jordan Reid's book on being a new mother, "having it all" and lots of the in between, her blunt honesty was/is refreshing and greatly appreciated. Her willingness to share some intimate details and stories of hormonal outbursts were not only humorous but also made me feel like I am not alone in this world where I am now responsible for a human life and keeping my sanity intact at the same time. 

I excitedly reached out to Jordan and tried not to gush too much about how much I liked the book, how I could relate and how pretty I think she is, but you know, I am only human. She was such a doll and agreed to answer some of my most burning questions. Check out what she had to say and after that, you should totally stick around to see how you can score a copy of her sassy book.