May

08

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a dare to live differently

I hate truth or dare. The game. It always felt dangerous. When friends growing up wanted to play, I would get nervous, and try desperately to distract them from their silly idea, or better yet, fill their head with a more logical plan. Monopoly anyone? Ironically, I feel like I’ve been playing the game truth or dare for almost two years now. And, I’ve learned that I still don’t like … Continue reading

Apr

25

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your story.

Let’s mix things up. And I don’t mean ingredients to bake something, although that sounds fun too. Nineteen months ago, I had a front row seat witnessing the most heartbreaking scene that will ever play out in our lives. Everything we cared about was destroyed that day. Hell became our new reality and we were thrust into the waters every parent prays they never have to tread. Six weeks after … Continue reading

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Giveaway winners.

Well, it looks like these accessories were a big hit! And remember this is a RANDOM NUMBER GENERATOR pick. Send all complaints to Santa Claus. And the winner(s) who will be drinking lattes accessorized are: Jennifer Frost: “Nonfat almond latte.” and Aunt Jen: “Grande Americano in a Venti cup so I have room for cream! Love the pictures of sweet Madi.” Congrats ladies! Contact us at thebeautywillrise@gmail.com to claim your goodies. … Continue reading

Apr

23

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Monday. Giveaway.

Monday – Funday. Let’s help boost spirits on this gloomy day with a little giveaway, shall we? A giveaway, you say? It’s been awhile Julia. We didn’t think those things still existed on the BWR. Well, excuse me guys. The girl needed a little R & R – for three months. And I’ll stop with the third person eventually. So here’s how this is going down. Laura, a friend of … Continue reading