Author: Allison Cook

  • Morning Routines

    Morning Routines

    As a self-proclaimed Gallivanter, I thrive off of adventure and activity. I enjoy being the definition of “on the go.” But as much as I love to have a fully booked and fulfilling life, you can lose some of your ability to quiet the mind and be present in the hustle and bustle of life.…

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  • Best Chicago Deep Dish: Ranked

    Best Chicago Deep Dish: Ranked

    Chicago, IL. Oh, how I love you and your unique style of the ‘Za. That’s right everyone, we’re talking DEEP-DISH, also referred to as Chicago-style. I can already hear my stomach growling from what seems like an endless wait and feel the roof of my mouth burning from digging in too soon. As a self-proclaimed…

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  • Hidden Gems of Nashville, TN

    Hidden Gems of Nashville, TN

    Future Famous Country Singers, Broadway Bridesmaids, and really freakin hot, hot chicken. That’s right, today we’re talking about Nashville, TN. During my undergraduate days, I lived fairly close to “Music City”. At the time, Nashville was the first big city I ever visited. I’ll never forget how the cityscape on the drive-in took my breath…

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  • Self-Help Books to Read in 2023 to “Get Your Life Together”

    Self-Help Books to Read in 2023 to “Get Your Life Together”

    You’ve probably noticed, but I’m into personal development. I’m really, really into the “become the best version of, higher self, get your life together, girl stand up” genre of books. We all have things that we want to work on or learn to embrace about ourselves, which is why I got into personal development in…

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  • What I Wish I’d Done in London – Travel

    What I Wish I’d Done in London – Travel

    London Town. Destination: London. Home to my favorite London boys: Prince Harry and Harry Potter. Oh how I love you, your people and their sexy accents. What more could a small-town U.S.A. girl ask for? Full Disclosure: Really Bad British Puns To Follow During my 3-day trip to London, I got to do, see and…

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  • New Year’s Resolutions

    New Year’s Resolutions

    Lose 10 lbs, stop overspending at Starbucks and find nice, sensible boyfriend to go out with (For all of my fellow Bridget Jones fans, I see you). New. Years. Resolutions. Some may consider them daunting, inspiring, or they might not consider them at all. When I think of all of the #newyearnewme posts, I actually…

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