Author Archives: bonnevivantelife

“Smile, breathe and go slowly.” – Thich Nhat Hanh

Posted on May 29, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

One of the things I’ve really benefitted from mindful living is embracing the feelings–the negative ones especially. Inviting them in like an old friend instead of trying to shut the door on them–”Hello, Grief. Glad you stopped by today. Hug?” … Continue reading →

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Made With Love

Posted on May 20, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

I’m not one to write restaurant/food reviews. I just love to eat myself silly–really good food to put myself into a proper food coma. I know how to write. I know how to eat. Until today, the twain did not … Continue reading →

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The Flawed Ones

Posted on May 8, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

It’s Science Fair time. Those of you who are parents are nodding right now–you know my pain. The Science Fair…it’s optional in our county. We live in a highly educated, competitive county, so even though it’s optional, a lot of … Continue reading →

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You’re Invited

Posted on May 2, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

My 9-year-old son was invited to a birthday party. Our lives consist primarily of barreling through endless homework, too many extracurricular activities, high-pitched whining, random Nerf gun fights, and chaotic evening routines–punctuated by holidays and birthday parties. So I assumed … Continue reading →

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Versatility

Posted on April 30, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

Versatile–I’ve been nominated by mommyverbs for the Versatile Blogger Award. If you haven’t taken my advice yet to check out her blog, you’re dead to me. Not only do you not know what you’re missing, but you clearly don’t trust … Continue reading →

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Expect Delays/Detours

Posted on April 13, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

“Foot Race. Expect Delays/Detours”  This sign is posted all over town. It’s to warn people of the race this weekend that I am registered for, and cannot run. I’ve seen this sign for days now, and it’s made me sad looking … Continue reading →

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The Lost Art of Dating: A Public Service Announcement

Posted on April 9, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

I’ve posted some heavy topics of late. I believe life is fabulous and fun alongside the sorrows and tears. To that end, let’s lighten things up. I continue to be grateful for all the life lessons and experiences that dating … Continue reading →

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Rude Awakening

Posted on April 3, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

In the least provocative way possible (I hope), I very publicly disclosed I was raped when I was 18. I texted a friend to let her know the post had moved from contemplation to completion. And I held my breath. … Continue reading →

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Me Too

Posted on April 2, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

I have been following the Steubenville rape case and verdicts, and the aftermath–how the media has covered it all, how other teens have threatened Jane Doe, how other brave rape survivors have spoken out, how parents have discussed raising kind … Continue reading →

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I Did It My Way…

Posted on March 24, 2013 by bonnevivantelife

This past weekend I was allowed to do a trial run after a strict 20 day moratorium on any running. I have been rehabbing a pinched nerve that brought tears streaming down my face (literally) when I ran. (I also … Continue reading →

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