Carrie Saum

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Visiting my family in the Sierra Nevada foothills is one of the great pleasures of my life. I get to work, cook, and play while my amazing folks keep an eye on my kid. My inspiration and productivity skyrocket when I'm able to step away from my version of the daily grind and get a little refocused and centered. The food I make tastes a little better, and I move a little easier without a three-year-old constantly in tow.

Used clothing and household goods are NOT practical, unless a specific organization is requesting them. Do you know what is practical? CASH.

Almond butter blondies are an easy and delicious (and easy) breakfast treat.

Can we talk about self-care for a hot minute?

I kind of hate it.

This week is full of high emotions.

The first time I ate a mushroom at Gram's summertime table (with me sporting a full coverage one piece and neon shorts, and her in a ruffled pink bikini), it was raw. All I tasted was dirt. I swore off them forever. So, she made them for dinner.

SLEEP IS REALLY IMPORTANT. Here ar six ways to help make your sleep sacred.

You are more than a body; you are more than your achievements and goals. Here are three resolutions that have nothing to do with your body.

Spring is fully coming to life this month.