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    by Ali Wenzke November 4, 2020

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    by Ali Wenzke September 25, 2020

  • How to Make Friends at School When Remote Learning or Socially Distanced

    by Ali Wenzke July 22, 2020

  • The Quarantine Donation Program Helps Chicago Non-Profits

    by Ali Wenzke May 20, 2020

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    by Ali Wenzke April 10, 2020

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    by Ali Wenzke April 8, 2020
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I've gotten really into audiobooks during the pand I've gotten really into audiobooks during the pandemic. I spend so much time cooking, cleaning, and going for walks that it's nice to listen to books while I tidy up. I'm hooked. If you haven't heard of Hoopla @hoopladigital, you're missing out. The app connects to your library account, so you can check out audiobooks from your phone. I'm a huge fan.❤️ As a non-fiction author, it feels surreal to have someone tell your story on audio. I love the work Amanda Ronconi did narrating THE ART OF HAPPY MOVING. Choosing a narrator for your book is a strange experience, though. You think, "Does she sound like me?" It is not necessarily about the sound of her voice, but does her voice represent who I am? Does she get my inflections, my humor? I had never thought about my voice before and what it says about me. My next thought, "Why is this woman moving with my husband?" 😂 If you're moving soon or looking for decluttering tips or how to feel happy at home, check out THE ART OF HAPPY MOVING for free on Hoopla (link in bio ☝️). All you need is a library card. Libraries are the best. #artofhappymoving #theartofhappymoving #happymoving #declutteringtips #happiness #happyhome #hoopla #hoopladigital #libraryhaul #librarybooks #librariesarethebest #audiobooks #narrator #authorlife #audiobooknarrator
Wrapping up NaNoWriMo and want to learn how to get Wrapping up NaNoWriMo and want to learn how to get your book published? Join me, Kimberly Gabriel @kimberlytgabriel, and Lisa Barr @lisabarr18 for a panel discussion on Wednesday, Dec. 9 at 6 PM CT/7 PM ET. We are thrilled to be hosted by the Miami-Dade Public Library. I grew up hanging out in the Miami libraries, so this is like going home for me 🌴 (virtually). Link in bio to register for the event. ☝️ #nanowrimo #nanowrimo2020 #writerslife #igwritersclub #igwritingcommunity #authorcommunity #igauthors #publishing #miamidadelibrary #libraryevent #freeworkshop #writersworkshop #harpercollins
Thankful for these gorgeous warm weather days. Kee Thankful for these gorgeous warm weather days. Keep 'em coming, Chicago. #beach #lakemichigan #fallday #thankful #freshair #happiness #runningmakesmehappy
WELLNESS BY DESIGN is about how simple changes in WELLNESS BY DESIGN is about how simple changes in your home can make a difference to your health and happiness. With so much time at home, this is the perfect read for right now. I also think it's a great book for anyone moving and especially for anyone who is constructing a new home. Jamie Gold gives insightful, detailed advice on materials to use and home design. Jamie and I will be talking about her newest book on Thursday, Nov. 19, at 9:30 AM CT on my IGTV Series, Happy Moments. Join us live and ask Jamie your home questions. See you tomorrow! #jamiegold #wellnessbydesign #homedesign #homedecor #happyhome #happymoving #newconstruction #realtorgift #igrealtors #igtv #happymoments #bookrecommendations #bookstagram
I cannot wait to speak with Jamie Gold @jgwellness I cannot wait to speak with Jamie Gold @jgwellnessdesign about her newest book, WELLNESS BY DESIGN. It's a room-by-room guide to optimizing your home for health, fitness, and happiness. The book is gorgeous and packed with helpful tips 😍 (swipe to see photos). Join us on Thursday, Nov. 19, at 9:30 AM CT on IG Live as we talk about ways to improve our kitchen space to maximize happiness over the holidays. Jamie will give us tips on how to make our work spaces an oasis at home. She will teach us what house plants to buy (that I can't kill). 😄 Jamie Gold will share the secrets of a home wellness makeover. I'm so excited! #jamiegold #wellnessbydesign #interview #authorinterview #happymoments #igtvseries #wellness #fitness #happiness #happyhome #homedesign #homedecor #homemakeover
Here we go again. It is Day 251 since we went into Here we go again. It is Day 251 since we went into lockdown and then semi-lockdown. Even as the world "reopened," we remained cautious. So, when my husband, who is a doctor, said last week that we need to exercise maximum caution, I thought, "What more could we possibly do?" ❤️ I stocked up on groceries, this time learning that our family needs more ice cream than beans. ❤️ I checked out bags of books from the library, this time focusing on rom-coms and thrillers for the escape I know I will crave. ❤️ I cancelled plans to go for walks with friends, even though we always wear masks. ❤️ We declined an important high school placement test. We did not think it was safe to have 500 kids together inside a school for 4-5 hours. The next batch of 500 kids will be there this weekend. We will wait. What that means for our child, we have no idea. ❤️ Our main concern, other than the health of our loved ones, has always been the collapse of our medical system. Chicago area friends: if we do not fight this together by staying home, the collapse is imminent. I am not one for hyperbole. The trajectory is terrifying, and the timeline is short. Please do only what is essential. Be safe. Help one another. #besafe #stayhome #bekind #community #neighbors #friends #lovedones #healthcareworkers #hospitals #youcandothis #wearestrong #goodhealth #covid19 #pandemicpreparation
Be kind to yourself. ❤️ #getoutside #sunshine Be kind to yourself. ❤️ #getoutside #sunshine #nature #blueskies #freshair #morningrun #selfcare #lakemichigan
A friend in Canada sent me this photo of THE ART O A friend in Canada sent me this photo of THE ART OF HAPPY MOVING at her local hardware store. I love that her hardware store has a bookcase filled with happy books and that my book is among such great company. #artofhappymoving #theartofhappymoving #littlebookofhygge #booksinthewild #canadareads #hardwarestore #declutter #simplify #happyreads #happymoving
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