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Family in Chautauqua   Greetings from Chaton's World in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! In my world, my days often start with laundry, early-morning emails, and making my kids a hot breakfast. They often end with late-night homework checks, making Instagram reels, and appearing on Celebrity Court of Public Opinion. Somewhere in between, I’m navigating boardrooms, working towards deadlines, and immersed in the good, bad, and ugly chaos of motherhood and household management. As a working mom of three and a professional carving out space in corporate environments, I share my journey of balancing leadership with loving my family, and I sprinkle it with self-care tips. Here, you’ll find honest reflections, hard-earned lessons, and practical strategies for creating an authentic life that you enjoy. If you’re trying to do it all without losing yourself in the process, you have found your sister in the struggle! Continue reading to discover some thoughts, hacks, and/or lessons that I have l...

An Ode to Lip Balm...


We’re obsessed with lip balm. While walking through the airport recently I observed many passersby gliding a lip balm across their lips. After applying it, invariably they would purse and smack their lips. Then they would get this look of pleasure and satisfaction. It got me to thinking, what is this fascination with the waxy substance that comes in a tube?

After thinking about it a bit, I began to remember the times when lip balm was exactly what I needed to cure what was ailing me. On occasion, my own lips have been raw from over zealous licking and eating. After eating food seasoned with a lot of chili peppers my lips have felt like they were on fire! And running in the cold has left me with sore lips. It’s been a while, but I have been kissed so hard that my lips have to the point of near injury. In all of those situations, lip balm has come to my rescue by soothing my aching lips.

However, even when there is no pain, using lip balm can feel good. I obtained a new tube of lip balm at a recent charity event. I received it from the Panera Bread Company. I had to try it out immediately. And, I was not disappointed. It effortlessly glided across my lips. It smelled sweet. And, it gave my lips a hint of sheen.

Putting it on my lips reminded me that lip balm feels good. And, it’s functional. It also ensures that your lips are always ready… I completely understand the fascination. And, I am a believer. Pucker up!
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