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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.
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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Home and Garden Design Books
Looking for inspiration to create your own sacred space inside and out? Check out some of my favorite home and garden design books, filled with ideas for every budget and season.
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!
Marie Benedict’s Books Reveal Women Hidden From History
Discover fascinating stories of women hidden from history in Marie Benedict’s books. Benedict, a former lawyer, has found her calling as a master of historical fiction. Read just one of her books from my list, and you’ll be hooked!
Why Women Will Save the World
Get inspired by my German friend, who has combined her passion for sustainability and gender equality into a TEDx Talk. Find out why she says women will save the world and men are indispensable in making it happen.
Every Kindness Matters
Every kindness matters. Discover powerful questions inspired from my new favorite journal. Join me, as we uncover simple ways to spread kindness daily.
Inspirational Books for 2023
Looking for some books to inspire you this year? Get cozy and curl up with a book from our list of recommendations that could be transformative. Read, reflect and recharge in 2023!
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.
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!
Get Inspired by HumanKind
Get inspired to change the world by reading this book! Even the author’s pet poodle, Penny agrees, HumanKind will restore your faith in humanity. Discover stories of random acts of kindness that will empower you to take action!
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.
Best Beach Reads
Savor the final days of summer with some juicy stories. We’ve assembled our top ten beach reads to help you escape.
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.”
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.
Mud Cake and Fudge Frosting: Mom’s Magical Birthday Recipe
I’m another year older. But who’s counting? Not me. I’m celebrating! Birthdays are kind of a big deal in our family. It started last week with the arrival of my first card, with a message that took me back to a birthday book from my childhood, A Birthday is a Magic Day!
Remembering Rosa Parks, First Lady of Civil Rights
Rosa Parks is remembered as the first lady of civil rights, for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott. On December 1, 1955 Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a bus to a white passenger.
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.