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Hi,
I'm Aubre!
I’m a mother of two pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW). I traded the hustle of Brooklyn for a quiet life in upstate New York. As a self proclaimed homebody, I enjoy the solitary activities of writing, painting, cooking, crafting and rewatching an old show. I also enjoy sharing my journey as a mature student. I am all about finding joy in my ordinarily extraordinary life.
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Adventure
Exploring Albany Pine Bush Preserve
This week has been one of new beginnings and a deeper understanding of what I need in my life to feel like I am thriving. More and more,...
Relationships
Lemonade Out of Lemons: Thriving While Being Woman, Minority, Immigrant and Black
I moved to the US toward the end of fall on a November day in 2002. I packed a suitcase and possibly two bags on a flight bound to John...
Wellbeing
7 Quotes to Live By
Life is a juxtaposition of events and emotions. It can be hard and beautiful. There is both joy and pain. You can dislike and love...
Relationships
What About all Those Things You Started but Never Finished?
Recently, I checked into my drafts, and it was sad to say there were about 80 unfinished blog posts from 2020. I was shocked by the...
Adventure
6 Things You Need to do For a Less Stressful Move
Over this summer, I moved out of my dreaded NYC apartment that I had only been in for less than a year. It managed to kill most of my...
Relationships
Is Talking About Diets at Work Really Still a Thing?
From an early age, I taught my daughters to not yuck anyone’s yum. “No thank you” will suffice over negative comments and judgment. What...