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In My Shoes

One Woman's Journey through the Human Experience: Love, Loss and Liquor
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Thumbs Up

In My Shoes ― For a Monday, today was pretty damn great. A solid two thumbs up kind of day. Here's why:My proposal for an occasional 4-day work week was approved! I can now take one extra day off per month, which frees up twelve days during the calender year... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted 26 days ago
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The Good, the Bad, and the Beauty

In My Shoes ― Here's the good news: I have booked my airfare to Costa Rica to visit my friend Jen!!Here's the bad news: I don't have the money to pay for my trip, yet. I charged it; it's the American way, after all. It's my patriotic duty to stimulate the... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 23rd, 2012
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Monday Musings

Monday Musings

In My Shoes ― Mondays are rough, aren't they? Especially after weekends that feel rich, full, and provide ample time to do the things you actually want to do. So yeah, this past weekend was pretty phenom. Nothing super amazing, it just felt like I had enough... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 17th, 2012
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zenbelly

In My Shoes ― Speaking of following one's passion and doing what brings joy, have a look at how my dear friend Simone is following her passion. A few years ago, she moved from the East coast to San Francisco with nothing more than her dog and her knives. Soon... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 12th, 2012
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Joy Findings

In My Shoes ― Over the past week, I've been talking to friends and family about how they make meaning of their experiences and about what brings them joy. Some interesting, although not surprising themes have emerged. Have a looksie at my initial findings:People... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 9th, 2012
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Bloom

Bloom

In My Shoes ― 'Tis the season for blooming and blossoming. Don't mind if I do. (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 4th, 2012
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The Pursuit of JOY

In My Shoes ― So, in the past few days, I've realized that I'm hungry for something beyond what's currently on my plate. I'm definitely still in the throes of trying to put words to this general feeling of unrest, so please bear with me as I try to hash it out... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 4th, 2012
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Star and the City

In My Shoes ― Today, I became a star. This morning, I was a virtual nobody; free to roam the earth anonymously without having to wear wigs and ridiculous looking over-sized sunglasses. But tonight, I am a virtual nobody whose star is rising. That's right folks,... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Apr 2nd, 2012
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Grace

Grace

In My Shoes ― Jay and I took a drive up to Schwenksville today to visit our niece, Avery Grace. Oh yeah, and to spend time with her parents ;) Not being parents ourselves, it is such a joy to spend time with a little person who is so filled with curiosity, joy... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Mar 31st, 2012
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Days 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16: The Days of Blog Neglect

In My Shoes ― As you may have noticed, I've fallen off the "blog every day of the detox" wagon. Oops, my bad. In the beginning it was fun because each day came with different realizations, feelings and observations. But as the days wore on, I really didn't have... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Feb 10th, 2012
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Days Ten & Eleven: Over the Hump

In My Shoes ― Well, it's official -- I am more than halfway through the detox. While I'm definitely looking forward to certain things, like berries, wine, and maybe a tortilla chip or two, I'm not dying to be done with this process. It's funny because what I'm... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Feb 5th, 2012
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Day 9: I Need a Break

In My Shoes ― It's actually Day 10 as I write this, but as the title implies, I needed a break last night. As it turns out, Friday nights on this detox are the toughest for me. Friday nights are all about cutting loose and celebrating the end of another work... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Feb 4th, 2012
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Day Eight: The Donut Test

In My Shoes ― Every first Thursday of the month, at about 12:00 noon, a half-eaten box of Entemann's chocolate frosted donuts appears on the kitchen table at work. Whenever food is left on the kitchen table, it means "help yourself", and "please eat these or they... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Feb 3rd, 2012
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Day Seven: One Week!

In My Shoes ― I'm gonna make this quick, because I've got a celebratory bath waiting for me. One week - woo! It's been an interesting, challenging and insightful first week on the 21 Day Sugar Detox, and I'm better for it. From where I stand now, it seems the... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Feb 2nd, 2012
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Day Six: On the Up & Up

In My Shoes ― I think I've turned a corner. I've leveled out, emotionally speaking, and have my cravings in (relative) check. I seem to have my patience back, didn't shed any tears today, and I feel pretty good all-around. I think part of it is that I went back... (more)
 StewMody ― Posted on Feb 1st, 2012