The Convivial Woman

Risk Gossip and Choose To Be An Example

Cheryl Chavarria — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:14:35 +0000

Do you ever find yourself holding back because you feel conscious about what others may think or say about you and your lifestyle? If you play good girl to the world, then holding back is a common sentiment. Source: dustjacketattic.blogspot.com via Meagan on Pinterest Recently, I visited a friend I hadn’t seen in a while [...]

It’s Been Too Long Since I Switched These Gears

Cheryl Chavarria — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:01:54 +0000

The weekend is upon us – my gosh, seriously, where do the days go? Friday’s the day we usually start daydreaming of how to make this weekend a memory that lasts and my brain’s already on overdrive. What plans are you thinking up right now? A night out with family and friends…entertaining guests in town…hosting [...]

Do You Speak Convivial Code Language?

Cheryl Chavarria — Thu, 02 May 2013 15:37:33 +0000

As it pertains to your desires, dreams & wishes, the language goes like this… THEY say: You’re crazy. Source: indulgy.com via Charlie on Pinterest YOU say (grinning): I know. Source: 27.media.tumblr.com via Kym on Pinterest The naysayers will always be there. It’s your choice to be affected or not by their indifference.

Walk In Open Rebellion

Cheryl Chavarria — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:16:02 +0000

It’s a day after Jason Collins made his announcement to come out as being gay. First of all, let me tip my hat off to the man, I am happy for him. I can only imagine the convivial feeling of freedom he must feel after releasing that heavy burden off of his shoulders. Is it [...]

Have A Convivial Weekend.

Cheryl Chavarria — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 16:03:04 +0000

This weekend, I have plans to dine with a high school girlfriend, a fun-loving gal I met in Mr. Ayala’s Spanish class (unforgettable teacher) when I first moved to Dallas at 16. We’re headed to Elizabeth Street Cafe on South 1st Street. It’s becoming a place I frequent and one I don’t see myself getting tired [...]

Once upon a SXSW Talk with Stonyfield Yogurt CEO

Cheryl Chavarria — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:01:47 +0000

I once attended a SXSW talk given by Gary Hirshberg, Stonyfield Yogurt CEO and his wife, Meg Cadoux Hirshberg and she was discussing her new book, For Better or For Work: A Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs and Their Families. As they shared their experience creating and running Stonyfield, what stays with me the most is [...]

The Stories Behind These Eyes

Cheryl Chavarria — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 20:25:58 +0000

There is a treasure chest of hidden stories living behind each person’s eyes. If you care to look long enough, often enough, perhaps you might be granted access into a world you might never know. When was the last time someone looked into your eyes for the simple purpose to see you, really see you? [...]

That Moment When You Get White Towel Syndrome

Cheryl Chavarria — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:46:31 +0000

Confession: When things feel hard and my vision is not clear and important details are not coming together for me, whether professionally or personally, I am easily tempted to throw in the towel on this whole idea of convivial living. Source: Uploaded by user via Linda on Pinterest But guess what? I can’t. I [...]

Blow Your Own Mind

Cheryl Chavarria — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 21:45:26 +0000

Whenever I’ve read back on the things I’ve written, sometimes I can’t believe it’s me writing and flowing in such ways. Instead of getting cocky, those are the moments when I believe in a force outside of me, beyond me, working through me, for me, to express ME. Being the kind of person who shies [...]

Your Dream Job Awaits Your Application

Cheryl Chavarria — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:17:37 +0000

Everyone has to hustle to get money – to pay the rent, mortgage, car payment; to pay for what they need and want, to care for their health, to invest in themselves, to be as generous as they want to be; to pay for support (i.e. housecleaner, childcare); to pay for those shoes you spent [...]