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Dear Reader, Years ago, a colleague recommended that I take an Improv course at Second City. I took the Level One course and intended to take a couple more levels. I never got around to taking any more courses on Improv, however, I appreciated what I learned. And I was introduced to the concept of…

Hi Reader! This tomato basil dressing is creamy, packed with fresh flavors, and super easy to make! All you have to do is put all of the ingredients in the blender and blend. Additionally, there is no oil in this salad dressing! It’s incredibly creamy and flavorful while being lightened up. Also, this dressing can…

Dear Reader, Do you have a technique you use to ensure that you read the right books, so you can solve problems that come your way? I learned a technique from Turn the Page by Chris Brady. I’ll present the technique in the Ask Avil section of this newsletter. Last week I mentioned that I…

Hi Reader! This peaches and cream ice cream is non-dairy, vegan, and sugar-free! Also, this peach ice cream is super easy to make because all of the ingredients go in the blender. This means that no ice cream machine is required and all you have to do is blend and enjoy! It’s the perfect treat…

Wow, it’s been quite the journey since I started Abbi Kirsten Collections almost 6 years ago! What started as a small shop owned by a new Mama of two babies 14 months apart, struggling deeply with anxiety/depression and pretty much a rainbow of human emotions, blossomed unexpectedly into a colorful craft blog that connects me…

Dear Reader, How often do you allow your imagination to run free? Could using your imagination allow you to innovate? I’m working with a coach in an area called Positive Intelligence. I did an assessment test, and we’re working through my results. A big part of the coaching is for me to notice my thinking,…

Hi Reader! Chocolate covered blueberries are the best delicious and easy treat! We were inspired to create this recipe because we had just gotten back from the farmer’s market and picked up some fresh blueberries. Also, we had some chocolate bars and we wanted to make a delicious treat. This was perfect because the flavors…

Dear Reader, This newsletter is going to be short. Last week the newsletter went out on a Thursday. I had my second vaccine last Tuesday and I reacted to it. Most of the symptoms have gone except for the tiredness. The global pandemic has taught us about resilience. Each of us can bounce back from…

Dear Reader, Over 15 years ago, I was working on three projects, and I felt like I was unstoppable. I successfully completed all three projects. And in fact, years later, one of the clients told me that they were still using the information that I gave them. During that time while I was working on…