Welcome to my stories…


Are you ready to hop on the Zabelicious fun wheel? What is Zabelicious, you ask? Delicious. Unstoppable. Unpredictable. I like to mix it up in the kitchen.

I rarely follow recipes. I prefer to improvise. The result is usually Zabelicious. I look forward to sharing those creations and inspiring stories from the heart of the Midwest. Discover the art of journaling through my coaching tips and tools. Hop on the fun wheel and buckle up. I hope you enjoy the ride and visit Zabelicious Life often.

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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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Beef Stew

Looking for an easy, satisfying one-pot meal this winter? Whip up a batch of beef stew, let it simmer and curl up by the fire with a good book as it cooks. Hungry for the recipe?

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Fall Vibes

Feeling the fall vibes and searching for fun things to do? I’m sharing some of my favorite autumn traditions and recipes to help you make the most of the season before it’s over.

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Enjoy the Ride!

Summer may be long gone, but fond fair memories are never far from my mind. I’m sharing life lessons I learned from my favorite carnival ride in today’s “Journal It.” Hop on the fun wheel and enjoy the ride!

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Making Space for What's Next

Feeling frazzled and overwhelmed? Maybe it’s time for you to clear your calendar and your mind to make space for what’s next. Not sure where to start? We’ll share ten coaching tips to help you and journal it together!

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Why Journal?

Everyone has a story. What’s yours? I am a storyteller at heart and was born curious. At a young age, I walked around the house with a tape recorder interviewing family members. Later, I would share their stories in pretend newscasts, which paved the way for my early career in broadcast journalism.

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