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Write Free (Inspired by Yoani Sánchez)

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A few years ago, at a friend’s picturesque home, my least favorite type of conversation sparked… a political one laced with the idealogical views of a mystical Cuba. I have had enough conversations with far too many people who have...

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Procrastinating the Good Stuff

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Why is it easier for us to get to the chores, the responsibilities, the daily grind? Why is it so easy to check off the everyday to-do list than it is to check off the feeling good to-do list? Why...

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In Every Hallmark Way

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Husband and I have never been much of a Valentine’s Day couple. Our first year together, I had one of his roommate’s sneak me in and I cooked a 3 course Seafood Extravaganza. I made him a musical photo montage cleverly called...

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Saving the Big $$$ and Earth All at the Same Time

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I should start this post by mentioning that I am not the most eco-friendly mom on the block. I drive everywhere, run my A/C at unGodly temperatures, and have become horrible at recycling since we’ve been in DR. Truth be...

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How Many More?

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When we were home for Christmas last year (2011) and Rafa was two and a half months old, Marilyn, my sister’s oldest friend (by years not age) stopped by with clothes for Rafa. Her daughter, Mia, was soon to turn...

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Counting Blessings

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And sometimes we even bounce over the big blessings like I’m pregnant. 32 weeks in. My second child. A boy this time. With the speed at which life travels, we can easily skip over blessings that happen every day and because they happen every...

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T-Minus 8 Weeks: Mission Baby Boy

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Tomorrow will mark 8 weeks until the Baby Boy is due. 8 WEEKS! And by my calculations: # of Kicks per Day                    Acceleration of his Movement Rate of Growth Speed     x...

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Excelsior and Other Yoga Truths: A Yoga Retreat in Las Galeras, DR

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Set Scene: Wave roll. “As you exhale, lift your left hand towards the sky, finding that gentle twist in your spine.” Set Scene: Waves crash, gentle breeze tickles my face and arms while Kevin, our yoga musician, plucks each guitar string...

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Soundtrack of My Life

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This weekend was unbelievably unforgettable for so many reasons but none more than the ability to make whatever choice at whatever moment. One of the biggest pleasures of my weekend; however, was something I haven’t done in years: listen to music. As I...

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Girls’ Yoga Weekend: Las Galeras

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Living on a tropical island comes with its perks. Besides the Caribbean Ocean, the fresh fruit, the palm trees, the laid back attitudes, the manageable lifestyle with nannies and maids – weekend trips are high on the list of perks....

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Jennifer Legra ⎮ Author

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Jennifer Legra is a writer, personal growth mentor, and community consultant that helps people uncork and savor their best lives. Drinking the Whole Bottle was created as a reminder that each person can create a delicious life by celebrating small moments, finding magic in the mundane, and making choices in the direction of the life they want. Our lives are a collection of our days, collect them with wonder. She has been featured in leading media outlets. She currently lives in Mexico with her Husband, kids, and rescue dogs.

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