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My Goals for 2024

Goal setting has always been something I do. I am always goal-setting and figuring out what’s the best way for me to set and accomplish goals. In the past, I have done 101 goals in 1001 days but some of the goals were things that I didn’t really want to accomplish. They weren’t my goals,Read More

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A Year of Celebration

I love setting goals but lately, I have been terrible about following through on my goals. Creating the goals is the easy part. It’s creating the small, daily habits to reach those goals. Another thing I struggle with with goals is celebrating when I hit that goal. So this year, I thought I woudl doRead More

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Friday 4 Favorites – 2023 Recap

It’s the end of 2023. This has been a year in so many ways. It has had it ups and downs. This month’s Friday 4 Favorites is my 4 favorite memories from 2023. Started Therapy This summer I had breakdown. It was the worst thing I had ever experienced. I couldn’t get out of bedRead More

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Becoming A Minimalist

Minimalist Lifestyle has always been something that intrigues me. I have tried it several times throughout my life, and what I have found out is you have to find own your version. What works for you and don’t get too hung up on the words -minimal, minimalistic, simplistic, simple, intentional, etc. I was trying toRead More

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Favorite Thing In Every State I Have Lived In

I have been super fortunate to have lived in several states. Some states I have loved and some states I hated. As I look back at all the places I have lived, I can see how each state changed me. I always tell people that we can learn from everything both good and bad. ThereRead More

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Creating A Home Spa Night

Going to spas is one of my favorite things to do, but it can also be very expensive. For the longest time, I thought spa stuff could only be done there. I don’t know what I was thinking. Then while the world was shut down, I started doing face masks at home. Spa nights areRead More

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Big Things Small Town – Casey IL

Big Things Small Town is Casey IL. I saw the giant mailbox on Instagram from a travel Instagrammer. Then I started to figure out how far Casey was from me in Peoria. I am very directionally challenged and know where nothing is in Illinois, but I was shocked when it was only 90 minutes away.Read More

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Ways to Declutter

Decluttering can be overwhelming because you might not know where or how to start. If you are asking yourself, why you have so much stuff or always picking things up. You might need to declutter your space. There are so many positive benefits to decluttering besides just living on less. It can increase creativity, lessRead More

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Sunday Reset Routine

I love Sundays because it’s a time for me to reset and refocus on myself and things that I want to accomplish. It’s also a time to slow down and catch my breath. Systems and routines are really important to me right now because it helps me stay focused on what’s important to me. RightRead More

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Friday Favorites – Cozy Lifestyle

This month is all about cozy lifestyle. November is always cold here in the Midwest, and this year is no exception. When I want to be cozy and comfortable these are the 4 things I will always reach for. I think my list is going to be pretty typical, but let me know what youRead More

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# Peoria Area Farmers Market List Monday - Peori # Peoria Area Farmers Market List

Monday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria

Tuesday

- Morton: June 4 - August - from 3:30 pm until 6:30 pm - 225 E. Jefferson St., Morton
- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria

Wednesday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Junction City: May 24th - ? - 3pm to 6pm -
- Sheridan: May 1 - September - from 3 pm until 6 pm - 3827 N. Sheridan Road, Peoria, situated outside of Relics and Sheridan Nursery.

Thursday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Pekin: June 6 - August 29 - from 330pm to 630pm -551 S. 14th St., Pekin, in the Miller Center parking lot
- Pekin Fall Market: Two fall markets will also be held − Sept. 12 and Oct. 10
- 3rd THURSDAY ONLY - May 16th, June 20th, July 18th & August 15th - 3pm to 7pm -

Friday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- East Peoria: June 7 - August 30th - from 4pm to 7pm - 396 W. Washington St., East Peoria

Saturday

- Peoria Metro Market: Everyday May - Oct 31 8am - 4700 N. University St., Peoria
- Peoria Downtown - May 18 - Sept. 28 -  8 a.m. until 12pm - 212 SW Water St., Peoria, in the River Station parking lot.
- Germantown Hills: June 1 - Oct 26 - from 9am to 1pm - Germantown Hills Crossing
- Metamora: June 1 - September - from 8am to Noon - 113 E. Partridge St., Metamora

Sunday
Glow Wild at the @therealpeoriazoo Dates: Friday Glow Wild at the @therealpeoriazoo 
Dates: Friday - Sundays until April 27
Time: 5:30p-9:30p

We got there around 6:30pm, and didn’t leave until 9:15pm. The website says the walk will take about an hour, but you can go at your own pace. There are so many lanterns in each animal exhibit.

We started going through the Asian Trail, there was year of animals. The Africa section was my favorite, but I am not going to tell you why. But it was a nice surprise, and I was way too excited.

There were hands on activities throughout the zoo, but by the time we got to some of the areas it was closed.
-make your lantern
-paint rocks to be placed around the zoo
-tattoos
-music each night

🎟️Tickets:
Advance Online: Adults $19.95 | Kids $13.95
At the Door: Adults $25 | Kids $15
What are your “musts” when traveling? Let me k What are your “musts” when traveling? Let me know in the comments! 

These are the things I always have when I travel: (arrow down)

1. Spare credit card/bank card - I typically bring this, but before my last trip my regular bank card got hacked. Now I make sure to always have 2 cards with me. 
2. Portable charge/power banks - I have a charger that I keep in my car all the time. It's a 4 in 1 charger, but I also have portable charge that I keep in my bag. It has come in handy more times that I can count for me and other people. 
3. Reusable water bottle - I have my Stanley when I am driving. While I am hiking I use either a water bladder or a hydroflask. 
4. Reusable Bags - My favorite is the Mary Kay roll up bag. It has 4 plastic bags that holds everything I need for my morning/evening routine and shower time. 
5. Books - I will most always have a physical book along with my kindle app. I love to read. During my hikes I stop throughout for snacks and reading. 
6. Wet Wipes - My favorite is HyperGo because they have so many different scents. They are also 12x12 so usually 1 works for the whole body. 

In the reel - Things I won't travel without

Caption - What are your travel musts? let me know in the comments because I am going to compile a list and share later. 

Here are mine:

portable charger - I have a small bag where I keep all my cords & portable chargers. 

spare credit card - 

iPad - I have everything on there. books. writing. 

snacks -

reusable water bottle 

headphones -
If this Heisman, I don’t know what else is!!! If this Heisman, I don’t know what else is!!! 

I recently tried to camp with him but that FAILED!!! he actually likes using more to pee on then sleep in.
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