My Musical Birth Chart: What My Spotify Says About Me

Astrology is fun and all, but you know what really reveals your true essence? Your Spotify history.

I asked ChatGPT to go full cosmic DJ and figure out who my Sun, Moon, and Rising signs would be if they were based on the artists I play the most. And let me tell you—this little personality decoding exercise was weirdly accurate. No birth time or rising degrees necessary. Just vibes. Good, emotionally-charged, sometimes snarky, sometimes mystical vibes.

So, here’s who I really am, according to my playlists.

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AI Generated Art : IPhone Wallpapers

Here are a few iPhone wallpapers I generated with Ai today. feel free to use them, share them, etc!

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My Goals for August : A Month of Growth and Organization

As we step into August, I’m filled with excitement and determination to make this month productive and fulfilling. Here’s a glimpse into my goals for August, where I aim to balance personal growth, creative endeavors, and family time.

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Embracing Self-Care Rituals : My Journey with Stage 2 RA

Living with stage 2 rheumatoid arthritis (RA) presents its challenges, but integrating self-care rituals into my daily life has been transformative. Through trial and error, I’ve discovered practices that not only help me manage my symptoms but also enrich my life. Here’s how I’ve embraced self-care and how my favorite hobbies play a key role in my routine.

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Annotating for Kids : Encouraging Young Readers to Engage with Books

Reading is a fundamental skill, but truly engaging with a book takes it to the next level. One way to help young readers connect more deeply with what they’re reading is through the practice of annotating. By making notes in the margins, highlighting key phrases, and jotting down thoughts and questions, kids can turn reading from a passive activity into an interactive and enjoyable experience.

Why Encourage Annotating?

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The Joy of Marginalia : Celebrating the Notes We Leave in Books

There’s something magical about opening a well-loved book and finding it filled with notes, underlines, and little scribbles in the margins. These annotations, known as marginalia, transform a book from a solitary reading experience into a conversation across time.

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Celebrating 25 Years : A Love Story

A Love Story

In the hustle and bustle of today’s fast-paced world, where relationships can often feel fleeting and transient, there’s something profoundly beautiful about enduring love. It’s the kind of love that weathers storms, grows through challenges, and emerges stronger on the other side. And that’s exactly what we’ve experienced over the past 25 years.

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