“I’m struggling” – text to a friend
Two months ago, I sent a long text to a friend admitting I was really struggling emotionally and mentally. And then things got a whole lot worse…
How Las Vegas Plus Size Fashion Made My Week
This exchange made my week. I received a message last night from someone who has read my blog (ramblingrach.com) for years. She’s treating herself to a #solotrip and asked where I shop online because she wanted something “Rachael inspired.” Rachael-inspired Las Vegas fashion “I know this is totally random – but do you have an […]
How to Wear Dresses Without Chafing
I love wearing dresses. I wear them all year. Occasionally I’ll mix it up and wear a skirt. I think dresses are super comfortable. They’re also easy. No thought about making a matching outfit required. Just slip one over your head, pull your arms through and DONE! Plus, they’re just pretty! And sometimes even twirly! […]
Why I Got Mother Daughter Tattoos with My Teen
My daughter and I got matching mother and daughter tattoos. They were the first for both of us. She was 18 and I was 41. They hold significant meaning.
The Chairy Orchard in Denton, Texas
The Chairy Orchard in Denton, Texas outside of the Dallas/Fort Worth area is a magical, whimsical, special place. And it’s free! Check it out!
Honest Shein Plus Size Bathing Suits Review
Your summer body is already here, so rock that swimsuit! Here’s an honest review of Shein plus size bathing suits – bikinis and one pieces.
2020 Part 4: Return to Vero Beach, Florida
I left Vero Beach, Florida on January 1, 2020 swearing never to return to my home town. Welp. That lasted ten months and then I returned.
5 Reasons My Friend James Is The Worst
Here are five reasons my friend James is the worst.
Sometimes Mother’s Day Sucks
Sometimes Mother’s Day sucks. You know what else sucks sometimes? Motherhood. And having a mother sucks sometimes, too.
It can all be really complicated, confusing, frustrating, and flat-out painful. If you relate to that, it’s okay. You aren’t alone.
Ninja Foodi Recipes: Maple Mustard Pork Tenderloin
This maple mustard pork loin is SO GOOD!!!! I made it in a Nina Foodi, but an air fryer, Instant Pot, grill, or oven will also work!
Shein Review: Online Plus Size Clothing
An honest review of Shein curve!
2020 Update Part 3: Savannah
Well, after a long pause here we go again with part three of my 2020 recap: the Savannah chapter. Check out part 1 and part 2. Creepy rental So we ended part two with having to leave Tybee Island at the end of June. This was sad because I LOVE THAT ISLAND. There was still […]
2020 Q2 Update: First Date After Divorce
Recap of Q2 of 2020: First date after divorce, pink skies, banana budding, bike rides, beach yoga, drag queen dresses and more!
Anyone Still Reading? Q1 2020 Recap
I haven’t blogged regularly in a year. It feels like even longer. Maybe it is? Well, I’m still here and I have a 2020 recap for you – this is part 1 (Q1).
We’ve Lost Drag Queen Kelli Randell And the World Is Less Sparkly
Randy Kelly, aka Kelli Randell, legendary drag queen, has passed away. The world is less sparkly without the Queen of the Treasure Coast.
Traffic Secrets: Russell Brunson Book Review
Review of Traffic Secrets: The Underground Playbook for Filling Your Websites and Funnels with Your Dream Customers by Russell Brunson.
Always Eat After 7 PM Update!
The Always Eat After 7 PM plan focuses on good habits, good food and good nutrition instead of restriction and deprivation.
Recipe Review Always Eat After 7 PM
This post is sponsored by Always Eat After 7 PM. One of the main things I was looking forward to trying the Always Eat After 7 PM plan was reducing joint pain. I have arthritis and it’s particularly bad in my right knee due to an old injury. I was popping Ibuprofen several times a […]
Interview with Joel Marion, Author of Always Eat After 7 P.M. Program
This post is sponsored by Always Eat After 7 PM. I can’t do restrictive eating programs. I am over diets. They’ve never worked for me. Diet mentality leads to me feeling deprived, then binge eating and feeling awful about myself. No thanks. But I live alone (most of the time, unless my girls happen to […]
Always Eat After 7 PM Book Review
This post is sponsored by Always Eat After 7 PM. I was very excited to learn about this program and am going to jump on the plan. I haven’t been treating my body well and my lab work, low energy levels and overall aches and pain are screaming at me to change that. I’ve […]
I Appreciate Teachers Even More After Stepping in Raccoon Poop
I appreciate teachers so much. I can’t imagine suddenly being required to learn to teach remotely while managing your own family during a global crisis, plus dealing with the regular ‘ol curveballs life throws at us. Teachers, you amaze me. Could you please share a few of your secrets with the rest of us? Because […]