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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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Every Day is Earth Day

Recognizing April as Earth Month is a way to remind us all that how we treat our planet will impact our children for years to come. Are you doing your part to protect Mother Earth? Not just on Earth Day, but every day? Need some inspiration? Let’s do this, together!

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Creating Sacred Spaces

When was the last time you had a moment to yourself? Looking for some calm in the chaos? Create your own sacred space. Is there a storybook garden like this one that inspires you? Dream BIG and let’s get you started with some easy tips in our spring renewal series.

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Mocktail Recipes

Celebrate spring with creative mocktails from the new book, Zero Proof Drinks & More, by entertaining expert Maureen Petrosky. We’re sharing some of her most refreshing recipes, perfect for your next brunch or happy hour!

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Inspiring Books for 2022

Looking for some inspiring books to help you achieve those New Year’s resolutions? We’ve got you covered. Read on for a list of twenty titles to help transform your life and guide you on the right path.

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Green Janine

My chance meeting on a train in Germany led to an unlikely friendship that spans continents with another blonde named Janine. She’s on a mission to save the planet and says green travel is a great place to start. Get inspired by Green Janine’s story and her message “There is no planet B.”

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A Zabelicious Tour of Italy

We are kicking off our Zabelicious Tour of Italy with “A Roman Holiday at Home.” First, step back in time and grab your Vespa to motor through Italy with a princess on the run from her royal duties. Then, join us as we follow Stanley Tucci as he goes Searching for Italy. We loosely follow his itinerary with our own travel stories and recipes you won’t want to miss.

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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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