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From F&B to Hospitality

My entire professional past is engrossed in the Food and Beverage/ Hospitality industry. I started out in restaurants, with my first job being a hostess for Ruby Tuesday’s. I was 15 years old when I started working. My mom would take me and pick me up. I loved greeting

Snacks, Sips and Road Trips

Most of our road trips are just Frankie and me. I have come to enjoy our time on the road, singing kids songs and stopping for snacks. Now that Frankie is old enough to speak, things have gotten easier on the open road. Of course, I have to stop more

Garden Gnome Guidance

In Florida it is best to start your summer garden in early to mid-February. Usually by that time, the possibility of a freeze or frost is pretty slim. The forecast said we were expecting rain all weekend. Therefore, it was the perfect time to plant my summer crops using RebelGardens

Dealing with Anger in a Toddler

Dealing with Anger in a Toddler Oh, this is a tough one for me. I am working on controlling my anger in response to anything Frankie does, because her anger response is almost immediate, and I can tell you it isn’t easy. Especially when she is angry. We have

The Reward is Worth It

Life with Frankie has been rewarding although quite challenging lately. She has been asserting her independence and I have been compelled to observe with patience and accept the process. I never thought of myself to be a control freak, but my triggers may be telling me differently. (don’t tell

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