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Road Trip to Shores and Islands, Ohio

Maybe it’s a trend. Maybe it’s the economy. Maybe it’s something else entirely, but road trips are currently on top of everyone’s to-do list this season. And trust me when I tell you, if you haven’t considered the Shores and Islands area of Ohio, you’re missing out.

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Style Laura Yoder Style Laura Yoder

2024 Fall Style Trends

Unlike any other season, fall and fashion go together like bees and honey. From the warm rich colors to the layering, there’s just something about the coziness of an autumn wardrobe.

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Food and Recipes, Health and Beauty Laura Yoder Food and Recipes, Health and Beauty Laura Yoder

Ditch the GMO’s, MSG and Other Harmful Ingredients: Homemade Seasonings

Have you read the ingredient lists on some of your favorite seasoning packets recently? Yikes! They are full of some of the most questionable, highly processed foods and flavorings that none of us wants or needs, and worse yet, absolutely aren’t necessary. From MSG to GMO’s (bioengineered ingredients), nasty seed oils and more.

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Health and Beauty Laura Yoder Health and Beauty Laura Yoder

What You Can Do To Ensure Optimum Foot Health and Plantar Fasciitis Symptoms + Treatment

If you’re like me, you don’t think about foot health too often - until something goes wrong and you realize exactly what you’ve been taking for granted.

I’m 47 and aside from an occasional ingrown toenail, my feet have never bothered me, so I never really gave them any thought. I’d get up, go about my day, jog or walk or do yoga and all was good.

Until it wasn’t.

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Style Laura Yoder Style Laura Yoder

An Essential Guide: Building a Women’s Basics Wardrobe

There is nothing worse than opening your closet doors only to feel like you have NOTHING to wear. And yet, how many of us feel that way multiple days a week? So many times when shopping however, we fixate on finding “THE” piece, but “THE” piece doesn’t always work in “YOUR” lifestyle.

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Health and Beauty Laura Yoder Health and Beauty Laura Yoder

Clean Drugstore Skincare

One thing I hear from friends over and over is that they would like to use products that are more “clean,” BUT, they can only get those items at specialty stores, and “they’re SO expensive.”

Not so, my friends! I’m here to tell you, that you can get GREAT skincare that’s readily available, and much less expensive than the brands you’re likely purchasing, or have grown up with, such as Olay and Neutrogena.

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Lifestyle Laura Yoder Lifestyle Laura Yoder

Wake Up Happy - 5 Ways to get Up on the Right Side of the Bed

When my alarm goes off in the winter, I struggle. Admittedly, in the past week, I don’t even remember it going off a few times. Oops! Part of that is still adjusting to the time change, but most of it, comes from a discombobulated schedule that hits me this time of year. If you can relate, keep reading for tips to waking up feeling good and ready to hit the ground running each and every day!

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Collabs, Health and Beauty Laura Yoder Collabs, Health and Beauty Laura Yoder

Fall Self-Care Roundup

I’m never sure how fall “happens,” but each year it comes at us hard. And while (at least in the Midwest), the scenery is gorgeous and the colors breathtaking, the sudden change in temperature can do a number on my skin. Not to mention, I go from getting out and moving all day long, to really just wanting to sit under a blanket and watch TV.

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Health and Beauty Laura Yoder Health and Beauty Laura Yoder

5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Health This Week

I know traditionally, right now is not the time people focus on their health. That’s what New Year’s is for, right?

Why wait!? Life is short and “getting healthy” means something different for every single one of us. Instead of unrealistic expectations, I think it’s important to focus on smaller goals that can more easily be attained and achieved. Your bodies will thank you!

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Travel Guide to Macau

Have you ever considered travelling to the renowned city of Macau? Macau is a small city that encompasses around 30 square kilometers and is located in the western part of the Pearl River Delta on the shore of the South China Sea. Here the East meets the West in terms of culture, architecture and cuisine. This city is known as the “Vegas of the East” due to its enormous number of casinos and status as the most popular gambling destination on the planet. In addition, it is home to one of the longest bridges in the world, connecting Hong Kong, Zhuhai and Macau.

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Health and Beauty Laura Yoder Health and Beauty Laura Yoder

What are Phthalates and Why Should You Care?

There are several types of phthalates, but, in general, phthalates are chemicals used to make plastics more durable. A specific type of phthalate, DEP, is also used in fragrance, as it extends the life and aromatic strength of the fragrance. These types of phthalates are really in many types of fragrances, from body lotions to skincare, from cleaning products to candles. Phthalates in shampoo and other haircare products are also common.

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