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Dear Reader Letter for Hungry Hearts Novel: Addressing Anorexia

January 22, 2020

Hungry Hearts novel by Julie Hoag

I wrote a book, a Young Adult novel for teens called "Hungry Hearts." The main character has anorexia, but she is not defined by her eating disorder; she is a whole person. It's an own voices coming of age Contemporary Romance novel about a young girl struggling as a teen as she silently battles anorexia, bullying, loneliness, and life as a teen. It's a romance, so I will say it's HEA (Happily Ever After). I wrote a letter to the readers of "Hungry Hearts" because I wanted to address some ... Continue Reading...

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Aluminum Free Deodorant, Natural Deodorant for Women

January 17, 2020

Aluminum Free Deodorant, Natural Deodorant for Women

I love to do things the natural way with as few chemicals as possible. That's why I'm so happy I switched to aluminum-free deodorant. Switching to a natural option for women is really the best idea, I'm so very happy with it and it really works. Plus, it's so much healthier for me as a woman. Keep reading to find out why it's a healthier way to go about self-care. This uses affiliate links. Please see the disclaimer page link in the menus for more information. I received free products ... Continue Reading...

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How Do You Become Anorexic? The Story Behind Hungry Hearts the novel

December 20, 2019

Hungry Hearts Young Adult novel by Julie Hoag

I was anorexic. I didn’t know I was an anorexic teen when it started—in about seventh grade—but I came to realize it as time went on, but unfortunately, it didn’t change what I did for a few years. I hid my anorexia from all people in my life. Were people suspicious? They were indeed. They noticed my not eating much, my avoidance of food, it was commented on frequently. I had this dreaded pit in my stomach that screamed for my ever reaching desire for perfection, but I never admitted it, and no ... Continue Reading...

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Moving Help: Tips for Relocating with Kids

December 19, 2019

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There are times sooner than later that families find themselves in the midst of having to pick up their belongings and move. As disruptive as this can be for parents, it could be even more traumatic for your kids, depending on when and why you are moving. Although parents may not think it, kids really need time and attention during a big transition like moving. In this post, I'm sharing some helpful tips to help the whole family adjust the best and happiest way possible to a move.  This ... Continue Reading...

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10 Unique Gifts for Women

December 15, 2019

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Shopping for the holidays can be fun unless you can't find that perfect gift, then it's a chore. I've come up with a few unique gifts for women that I'd like to share with you. These are things I already have, one I want, so I know I would enjoy getting them as a gift, as I'm sure many other women would as well. This website uses affiliate links. Please see the disclaimer page for more details. I received product in exchange for my honest review. Opinions are 100% my own. Thank ... Continue Reading...

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Family Camping Ideas to Improve Your Camping Experience

November 11, 2019

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My family of five loves to go camping every summer. We generally camp close to home because we have a backyard pool and pets, so if we camp close to home, it's easy to pop home and care for the pets and the pool. We seriously camp five minutes from our house. Laugh if you will, but it works so well we've done it for ten years in a row. We feel like we get away because it's so wooded and serene yet we don't have to drive. I'm sharing some Family Camping Ideas to Improve your Camping ... Continue Reading...

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10 Unique Gifts for Men

November 2, 2019

10 Unique Gifts for Men

It can be a challenge to buy gifts for a man who has everything. What do you get him? Well, I've brainstormed a few unique ideas to help you shop for the man in your life. These ideas would work great for Christmas, a birthday, Valentine's Day, or Father's day. I'm sharing my list of 10 Unique Gifts for Men to help you figure out something to buy your man, father, uncle, or grandfather. This website uses affiliate links. Please see the disclaimer in the menus for details. This is a sponsored ... Continue Reading...

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Guatemalan Coffee Pumpkin Spice Recipe

October 8, 2019

Doma Coffee roasting company Guatemala Huehuetnango coffee beans

I'm a definite coffee addict. I need my coffee every morning without fail. The best part about being a coffee drinker is that there are so many wonderful kinds of coffee available. I love supporting international coffee growers so I was thrilled to be able to try out a Guatemalan coffee from Trade Coffee Company. I adore pumpkin spice coffee, so I created a yummy recipe to use this coffee in. This is a sponsored post I received a bag of coffee in exchange for my honest review. All opinions ... Continue Reading...

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Finding the Right Mouthguard for Football for Kids

September 15, 2019

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I am a mom of three boys and at some point, all three have played football. For a couple of years, all three played football, and that was crazy. This year only two are playing. But one major important aspect of being a football mom is to choose the right mouthguard for football for your kids. Each child is different, and it can be a challenge to find the right mouthguard that works for your individual child. This website contains affiliate links. To learn more, please see the disclaimer in ... Continue Reading...

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Benefits of Matcha Tea and Weight Loss

September 6, 2019

Benefits of Matcha tea and weight loss. Green matcha tea with a heart flower in white on top of the tea, in a white mug.

Hello:) My name is Julie. I have something healthy and awesome to share with you. Did you know there are many benefits of drinking matcha tea? In this guest post, I am sharing what those benefits are so you can also harvest the benefits of consuming matcha tea.   This post contains affiliate links. Please see disclaimer in the menus for more details. This guest post is brought to you by japandailypress.com I am very thankful for this invaluable advice that I can help share ... Continue Reading...

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