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Choosing Adventure Over Routine

I’m back from my extended hiatus! Part of why I paused writing was because I turned a hobby into a chore.  I took my...

Turning 29: A Birthday Reflection

My birthday is coming up, creeping up on me this year.  With a slow approach, it is causing me to have a lot of...

San Diego: The Most Disappointing & The Best

A Moment Alone During one of our first weekends, Sam went backpacking with his friend that we were visiting.  I took the chance to explore...

San Diego: The Beautiful Sunset Without A Crowd

San Diego Sunsets On so many blogs they will tell you to go to Sunset Cliffs to see the sunset over the Pacific Ocean near...

San Diego: The Truth About My First Impression

San Diego: The Second Happiest Place on Earth, After Disney World I’ve always heard or thought of San Diego this way.  You could say my...

Left Saint George Ready, Just Arrived in San Diego

Goodbye Saint George, Hello San Diego. This boring drive through the desert is one that you are not missing out on.
Elaina Pearl
I design my life intentionally, from monthly personal festivals to bold style challenges to mindful career moves. I share what happens when you stop living on autopilot and start making deliberate choices. Every post ends with a challenge, because every day is an opportunity to elevate your life.

Featured Posts

Greek Goddesses Brought to Life: This is Nike

Greek Goddesses: Nike is a post about Elaina Pearl's photoshoot challenge for Greek Goddesses. Nike is the goddess of Victory.

Rainbow Photo Challenge: For the First Time

A challenge to take a monochromatic picture of every color in the rainbow. This idea started with only creating monochromatic outfits and then escalated.

HOO-GAH: Hygge The Danish Secret to Happiness

Hygge is the Danish Art of Happiness and no, it has nothing to do with their delicious pastry. After some research, I found out it’s pronounced, HOO-GAH.

Women In Action: You’re Doing Amazing

Actually, let’s start calling ourselves women in action. You are doing an amazing job. Take a deep breath and a moment to think about all you have done today.

Seeing in Black and White: On Nuance and Perspective

The phrase black and white can have many meanings. The English language is amazing and highly confusing that this could be the case.

Greek Goddesses Brought to Life: This is Terpsichore

Greek Goddesses: Terpsichore is a post about Elaina Pearl's photoshoot challenge for Greek Goddesses. Terpsichore is the goddess of Dance.

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