A piece of Natalia.

Natalia arrived in the United States two decades ago after an accident in Brazil left her needing dental work. After having her teeth fixed, she decided to stay. She opened a restaurant in downtown Los Angeles in 2006 called the wood spoon. She makes the food of her family. She is beautiful, lively, complimentary, optimistic, and…
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Meet Courtney.

I asked Courtney’s wonderful husband, Marc, to do the honors of introducing her, this is what he had to say — and I honestly couldn’t agree more. “Courtney will let you know if you stink. She will also be the one to drop by a cupcake on a day you need one. Both actions will…
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Meet Cara.

I have always been overcome by the sheer kindness and beauty that emanated from Cara’s family.  They are something special! Several years ago I reconnected with Cara through the magic of Blogger, at the time she was showing her stunning work as a photographer, and gradually her blog turned into a makeup blog, where she would post tutorials…
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Meet Savannah.

This girl is a modern day hippy. She’s so peaceful, so loving, and so free spirited. Her animals are her babies, her people. She is a person you feel immediately comfortable around, and that is a beautiful thing. She is a beautiful thing. Meet Savannah. If money weren’t a factor, what is one thing you…
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Meet Lacey.

“I first met Lacey when I worked at a substance abuse rehabilitation facility. She has admitted since that she didn’t like me at first and is now one of my best friends. I turn to her for any problem I have or any advice I need for emotional support. She understands people and knows how…
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Meet Danielle.

Danielle is a mother to two young kiddos, who is currently enrolled and working toward a Masters in School Psychology, has a very kind heart, and a patient demeanor. She is incredibly hardworking and passionate about her work, her family, her friends, and her life. She is also a pretty wonderful soda-run companion. I am…
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Meet Julianna.

Julianna has more heart than anyone I’ve met. She is so real and down to earth, so kind and thoughtful, and so funny. She has just got it all. She is a great mother and a loving friend. I feel blessed to know her, as I hope you all will after getting to know here a…
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Meet Katie.

Katie is one of those women who oozes with talent. She is humble and kind. She is a delightful person to be around. She is a brilliant photographer, and if you ever want to see what someone who has truly embraced “natural” light does, check her out. She’s amazing. Here is her website and her Facebook page. Also, if you…
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Meet Rachel.

Rachel glows from the inside out. She is a well educated and intelligent woman and is  a pleasure to converse with. She is an example of a nurturing and loving mother. She is so faithful and so kind. There’s so much to say about this beautiful woman, but let her answers speak for her, just a little.  How…
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Meet Lindsey.

This stunning woman has been my best buckaroo for  so many wonderful years. It’s been fun to see her grow into the delightful woman she is today. She recently became a mother, and has been placed in the role meant for her. She’s amazing at it. Lindsey is one of my most favorite, cherished, best…
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