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Pain-relief Creams & Other Things I Now Keep in My Desk Drawers

By Stephanie Jankowski 2 Comments

Way before it was, like, all the rage, I've worked remotely from home. I love it because it's best for my family and I rarely need to get dressed from the waist down. That said--and stop me if you've heard this one--sitting for hours isn't healthy. Sigh. Slowly, the pounds began accumulating and ... » Learn More about Pain-relief Creams & Other Things I Now Keep in My Desk Drawers

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Free Cookies & Other Uphill Battles

By Stephanie Jankowski 1 Comment

Raising funds or asking for handouts? How to tell the difference!

I'm at a corner table in the coffee shop I frequent every Wednesday when, without a word, the gracious owner places a fresh-out-of-the-oven cookie next to my laptop. She waits with expectant eyes, proud of her confection, willing me to take a bite. The delectable aroma of hot chocolate chips wafts ... » Learn More about Free Cookies & Other Uphill Battles

Filed Under: Fixing Stuff, Health and Beauty

Hello, My Name is Stephanie & I’m an Addict

By Stephanie Jankowski 3 Comments

It started when I was pretty young. I didn't understand the shame or have words for the feelings of inadequacy. No one said anything, or even indicated they knew I had a problem, but slowly, certain things gave me pause. One memory stands out: On a hot summer day, my Mom calls me and my brother ... » Learn More about Hello, My Name is Stephanie & I’m an Addict

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Does This Confidence Make My Butt Look Big?

By Stephanie Jankowski 17 Comments

WhenCrazyMeetsExhaustion.com//Finding confidence in my post-baby body

The fam and I made our annual trek to the beach last week, and the weather, unlike last year's chilly and windy BS, was glorious. The kids had a blast splashing in the surf, digging to China, and eating snacks covered in sand. The grown-ups enjoyed a few too many adult beverages and laughed ... » Learn More about Does This Confidence Make My Butt Look Big?

Filed Under: Family Stuff, Fixing Stuff, Health and Beauty, Motherhood

10 Reasons Why I Don’t Run

By Stephanie Jankowski 17 Comments

I Fall Up Steps

While on Pinterest looking up all-natural window cleaner*, I came across pins about running, being a runner, couch to 5K running, Fun Runs, Color Me a Runner runs, You Run, I Run, EVERYONE RUN! *Nutella recipes Not interested, people. I'm here for vinegar-based cleanser** then I'm ... » Learn More about 10 Reasons Why I Don’t Run

Filed Under: Funny Stuff, Health and Beauty

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