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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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Mother's Day Gift Guide

Looking for a unique way to celebrate Mom this year? We’ve got a Mother’s Day Gift Guide filled with ideas to help. Hint: handmade gift tags are a wonderful way to wrap up the perfect present for Mum!

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Cozy Winter Fashions

Discover new cozy winter fashions that are chic and cheap! I’m sharing two of my new favorite brands to keep you snug all season. Get the scoop on these hidden gems before they fly off the shelves.

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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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Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

Christmas is just around the corner. Are your presents wrapped and ready? Or are you in a panic to find the perfect gift? Keep calm and read on. We’ve got five ideas for the five shopping days left ‘til Christmas.

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Makeshift Mudroom Update

Give Dad the garage of his dreams this Father’s Day. Or at least the idea on how to transform it. Our DIY “Makeshift Mudroom” has some new updates worth sharing the whole family will love.

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Wine Cellar Wish: Granted

Always dream of having your own wine cellar, but no room or budget to do so? Same here. So, we got creative with a space in our basement. Find out how easy it is to grant your wish for a wine cellar in my latest DIY project.

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Spring into Fashion!

Are you ready to spring into fashion? I’ve already done a little shopping of my own and just had to share some of my favorites! Have you ever heard of Cabi? If not, prepare to fall in love with their latest collection. I’m hooked on the green jacket. Confessions of a shopaholic and style tips in my latest post.

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Shoe Closet Makeover

Spring cleaning continues at my house. How about yours? Today, I’m sharing a shoe closet makeover from a friend. Because, let’s be honest, you can never have too many shoes. No room for storage? Problem solved.

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Makeshift Mudroom

Spring has sprung. Time to purge, organize and update storage. We’ve always wanted a mudroom, but never had the space indoors. So we decided to get creative in the garage. Bonus-we found a potters bench that doubles as a cocktail cart! How Zabelicious is that?

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Good Things Come in Threes

Cookies that taste homemade, but won’t require any mixing or mess up your kitchen. A simple cardboard box transformed into a treasure chest of bath bombs that’s sure to transport you far far away…. and personalized artwork that makes a perfect gift for that special someone. Perhaps your secret valentine?


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