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My Recovery Journey: I Won't Let The Past Be Erased
On August 20, 2025, my ex-husband will ask the court to expunge his domestic violence conviction. I am sharing my story as a survivor, advocate, and truth-teller to oppose the erasure of what happened to me—and to speak out for those who are still silenced. Justice shouldn't expire, and this is my stand.
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Aug 126 min read
White Hot Summer: The Whites I’m Wearing All Season Long
Breaking rules. Turning heads. Styling white my way. It’s officially halfway through the second week of June, and while the calendar may...
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Jun 113 min read
When Life Gives You Lemons
A little life update is in store for you today. Was this my initial plan? Nope. Did I have to pivot? Absolutely. Was I frustrated about...
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Jun 44 min read


Welcome to My Closet: a Tour
See how I organized my exposed closet in my new loft!
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Mar 135 min read


My Recovery Journey: The Divorce and Trashing the Dress
The divorce in over and my recovery journey is coming to a close through this therapeutic exercise of strength and acceptance.
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Mar 616 min read


Choosing Myself: The Heartache of Divorce, the Hope of Healing, and Valentine’s Day Reflections
Valentine's Day looks different this year, post divorce, and here I am still choosing to choose myself.
heatherbeanoyler
Feb 1310 min read


Heather's 2025 Valentine's Day Gift Guide
2025 Valnetine's Day Gift Guide for you love yourself with!
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Jan 304 min read


A Letter to the Me of 2024
A letter to the me of 2024: a work of gratitude and reflection to the version of me that made it through 2024 with dignity and grace.
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Jan 96 min read


Wellness and Mental Health During the Holidays
Keeping myself healthy and happy during the holiday season with these simple steps!
heatherbeanoyler
Dec 19, 20245 min read


Heather's Holiday Gift Guide 2024
Heather's Holiday Gift Guide is here for 2024 and is full of picks for the special people on your list!
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Dec 5, 20244 min read


Heather's Spanx Favorites: Holiday Edition!
My favorites from the SPANX Holiday Gift Guide 2024 are some of the best picks this season! I love SPANX and becoming an affiliate for...
heatherbeanoyler
Nov 26, 20243 min read


Turkey, Traditions and Timelines: My Mom’s Perfect Thanksgiving Playbook
This playbook helps you time out all the dishes and turkey cooking time to serve a Thanksgiving meal perfectly prepared.
heatherbeanoyler
Nov 21, 202410 min read


Survival Mode
How do you survive when life is dragging you down? Here are some helpful tools I have learned to get through--I call it "Survival Mode"
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Nov 7, 20246 min read


Going Home
Going home can mean different things for different people. Here's what it means to me.
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Oct 17, 20246 min read


Friends After Forty and Filling for Divorce
When you start a new relationship, it almost seems like you get a new friend group built in, but what about when it ends? You end up back in
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Sep 12, 20247 min read


Don't Let Anyone Dull Your Sparkle
Finding my sparkle after years of not knowing who I was.
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Jul 25, 20246 min read


Keep It Pop-Up, Peoria!: A Review of Pop Up Chicken Shop in Downtown Peoria, IL
A quick and fun review of Pop Up Chicken Shop in Downtown Peoria
heatherbeanoyler
Jun 27, 20244 min read


Domestic Violence in Local Headlines
News of domestic violence is always hard to hear, and this time is no different. Here are some things I am trying to do to help.
heatherbeanoyler
Jun 6, 20245 min read


For The Love of Cooking
My journey with food has been storied, but I love sharing my experience with all of you!
heatherbeanoyler
May 23, 202414 min read


My Recovery Journey: The Public's Response to My Story
The reaction I have gotten from sharing my story.
heatherbeanoyler
May 9, 20249 min read
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