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It’s a Zabelicious Life!

I'm Janine, a modern mom who wears many hats: journalist, life coach, wife, and entrepreneur. I'm also a connector, explorer, and storyteller at heart.  

Zabelicious Life is an online lifestyle magazine dedicated to nourishing the soul and feeding the spirit through stories and recipes.

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Born to Be Wild

Leopards were born to be wild, not trophies in someone’s mansion, or a rug on the floor. They are also a critical part of the ecosystem. Without apex predators like Leopards, there’s a cascading effect of disaster for the animals below them. Wildlife photographer Rona Neri guides us through their natural habitat in Africa, in honor of Earth Day.

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