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How migraine headaches impacted my life and what you should know

Posted on July 10, 2018 by

Migraine and Headache Awareness June was National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, and I was happy to be able to share my migraine journey as a part of the #MoreThanAMigraine campaign to help raise awareness. My Story: The Migraine Struggle … Continue reading →

Gratitude Attitude: Getting Uncomfortable to Find Happiness

Posted on February 27, 2018 by cassandra mcd.

VARIETY IS THE SPICE OF LIFE and intentionally getting uncomfortable is the secret to really kicking that spice up a notch! This approach to life is what’s kept me, in many ways, out of the clutches of prolonged periods of depression. It’s been … Continue reading →

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Food Photography 101: 5 Beginner tips for shooting in Natural Light

Posted on February 25, 2018 by cassandra mcd.

photos by cassandra mcd. I decided to try to learn food photography by watching YouTube vid and using only natural light. It was my solution to being able to practice photography during the long, cold winter months when I’m hunkered down … Continue reading →

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Food Photography: 5 Beginner Tips for shooting in Natural Light

Posted on February 25, 2018 by cassandra mcd.

photos by cassandra mcd. Midlife and My Photography Goals I consider myself a long learner and a naturally curious person so trying new things is what I do! Also, as I age and go through midlife, I’ve also been thinking about … Continue reading →

Portugal, Self-Care Made Me Do It: My Solo Travel Story

Posted on January 28, 2018 by cassandra mcd.

Lisbon Rooftops I was exhausted, both psychically and mentally and looking forward to a much needed staycation. Basically, I planned on firmly planting myself on my sofa with a bag of sweet potatoes chips and binge-watching British dramas on … Continue reading →

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Deskercise: 6 Easy Workouts you can Literally do at your Computer | The LUXE LifeThe LUXE Life

Posted on August 31, 2014 by cassandra mcd.

Apparently sitting is the new smoking when it comes to things that are bad for your health. Luxe Life posted these 6 exercises to keep you in shape while working at your desk all day. I plan to try these … Continue reading →

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