Posts by Dana Gladieux

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New Year, Same Me—Only Better

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As we step into a new year, it’s natural to reflect on the past—the good, the bad, and yes, even the ugly. These moments matter because they shape who we are and help us set meaningful goals for the future. ...


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Christmas Traditions 

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Here comes Christmas! It seems like it happens every year around this time 😉. For me there is a push and a pull between the fun of celebrating the holiday with family and friends and the sheer work and tension...


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How to Be Thankful Every Day

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What does it mean to be thankful? Is being thankful different from being grateful? In short, yes. Being thankful is often immediate and tied to a specific situation or circumstance. Gratefulness, however, runs deeper, reflecting how an experience has impacted...


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Soulful Fall Recipes

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With the arrival of Fall, a season of transformation unfolds around us. I feel the cool air as I walk outside and see trees turning from green to an exquisite gradient of orange, yellow, and red. My coffee creamer changes...


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5 Ways to Build a Healthy Marriage 

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Are you looking to strengthen your marriage or build a solid foundation for your future together? A healthy, fulfilling relationship doesn’t happen by chance – it requires dedication and effort from both partners. Here are five key strategies to help...


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A Mother’s Wish

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For as long as I can remember, I always knew I wanted to be a mom. God had placed that “wish” on my heart to have my own family one day. I would daydream and imagine a life with my...


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Finding TRUE Happiness in Life

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THE ROAD TO HAPPINESS ISN’T REALLY ALL IT’S CRACKED UP TO BE  We seem to spend our lives searching for happiness. When we talk about our kids, we often hear “I just want them to be happy”.  When we talk...


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How to Share your Faith at Work

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When I was almost done with cosmetology school, I remember knocking at the office door of one of the women on staff there. I had noticed from day one that there was something different about her. She always had this...


Work Life Balance for Moms

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Balancing Work and Motherhood is not for the faint of heart.. ESPECIALLY when you are a mom trying to raise hungry little ones with the price of living at an all-time HIGH. I don’t know about you, but money seems...