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✨ Creative soul living deep in the wonderful woods. Graphic designer, avid learner, and mental health advocate. Passionate about sharing insights on self-growth, mental health, organization, and all things family. Join me on my journey to inspire positivity and creativity!
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Someone thought river rocks were gold, someone else tried to become a dog to sneak into a woman’s phone, oh—and a pantsless man just wanted chicken and beer.
Call Log Diaries #22 is live! It’s Nevada County weird at its finest.

#calllogdiaries #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #truecrime #funny #lawenforcement #police #animalcontrol

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/13/call-log-diaries-22/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Call Log Diaries #22: Rocks, Raids & a Pantsless Request

Nevada County: where the gold is imaginary, the dogs might be people, and calling 911 to ask about burning frankincense is somehow not even the strangest thing that happened. From hallucinating tre…

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If you're a Nevada County business trying to get seen, grow or booked out—don't miss this post.
Marketing shouldn’t feel like yelling into the internet and hoping someone answers back. I'm talking real marketing strategies (on a real-person budget) to connect with your dream customers.

Learn how below!
#smallbusiness #nevadacounty #marketing #growth #ittybitty4life #advertisementopportunity #localsupport #budgetfriendly #nevadacity #grassvalley #localbusinesses

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/12/small-biz-big-buzz/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Small Business, Big Buzz: Marketing That Actually Works

If you’re running a small business—whether you’re whipping up sourdough in your kitchen or fixing fences in between school drop-offs—you know the hustle is real. And with every penny sp…

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Ever feel like you're losing your mind but only around one specific person? Spoiler alert: that's gaslighting.

Today I'm calling out the lies, the emotional fog, and that “Did I imagine that?” feeling that comes with manipulative behavior. If you've ever walked away from a convo doubting your memory, your feelings, or your entire existence—this one’s for you.

Learn the red flags to watch for below!
#gaslighting #manipulation #mentalhealth #abuse #ittybitty4life #lied

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/10/gaslighting-the-subtle-yet-abusive-art-of-making-you-think-youre-crazy/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Gaslighting: The Subtle Yet Abusive Art of Making You Think You’re Crazy

There’s a special kind of manipulation that makes you question everything you thought you knew—from what actually happened last Tuesday to whether your own feelings are even allowed. That, friends,…

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Small towns are built on charm, not crowds. If you're gonna visit, do it like you actually want to be invited back.

I’m diving into the hidden downsides of tourism—and how to do it better.

Read, share, subscribe, and let’s protect what makes our towns magical.

#SmallTownStrong #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #community #localsupport #ittybitty4life #travel #vacation

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/09/welcoming-tourism-without-losing-ourselves-protect-our-small-towns-charm/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Welcoming Tourism Without Losing Ourselves: Protect Our Small Town’s Charm

I’ve spilled the tea on the negative effects of overtourism in small-town America in “Why Visiting Small Towns in NorCal is a No-Go for 2025”. But let’s be clear—this wasn’t…

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Schools aren't just teaching ABCs anymore—they're teaching kids how to feel, heal, and handle life. From peace rooms to peer support squads, mental health is finally getting the spotlight it deserves.

Learn more below!

#mentalhealthmatters #schools #students #ittybitty4life #learning #wellness #healthyliving #schooling #teaching #support

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/08/mind-matters/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Mind Matters: How Schools Are Stepping Up for Student Mental Health

If you’ve been anywhere near a school campus in the last few years—or had to wrangle a child into doing math homework while their emotions are doing cartwheels—you’ve probably felt it: the mental l…

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Meet Nevada County probation officer, Karyn Mueller, who is quietly transforming lives through action, not applause. From launching a nonprofit to help foster youth get cars to leading youth-focused programs countywide, her impact is anything but small.

Learn more + nominate someone you know making big changes below!

#BecauseSomeoneNoticed #NevadaCounty #LocalHero #FosterYouthSupport #QuietImpact #CommunityStrong #IttyBitty4Life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/07/because-someone-noticed-officer-karyn-mueller-is-driving-real-change-literally/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Because Someone Noticed: Officer Karyn Mueller Is Driving Real Change (Literally)

I love the kind of story that makes you feel proud to live in a small town like ours. A place where people roll up their sleeves and just get it done when something needs fixing instead of just hop…

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Call Log Diaries #20 is live and it’s a full buffet of bizarre—from caffeinated crimes to someone reporting that the internet as missing. (Yes, really..)

Dive in Nevada County's latest dose of “you can’t make this stuff up.”

#CallLogDiaries #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #truecrime #funny #lawenforcement #local #goldcountry #gvpd #ncso #bears

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/06/call-log-diaries-20-bears-brews-and-the-bird-with-bad-behavior/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Call Log Diaries #20: Bears, Brews and the Bird with Bad Behavior

Welcome back for another whirlwind of delightfully odd calls from Nevada County. If you’re wondering what it’s like to live in a small town, wonder no more. It’s a place where bea…

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Got used oil filters collecting dust in the garage? Trade ’em in at Nevada County’s Oil Filter Exchange on June 21st!

Bring up to two filters, score up to $30 in credit, and maybe even snag a free oil change kit. Good for your car, your wallet, and the planet. 🙌🌎

More details below!
#NevadaCounty #EcoFriendlyLiving #CarCare #OilFilterExchange #Sustainable #nevadacity #grassvalley #governmentprograms #DIYCarCare

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/05/grease-gonevada-countys-oil-filter-exchange-is-back/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Grease & Go: Nevada County’s Oil Filter Exchange Is Back!

Okay, friends—this one’s for the DIY oil changers, the garage tinkerers, and basically anyone who knows their way around a funnel and a jug of 5W-30. Nevada County is bringing back its Oil Filter E…

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Classic cars, concerts galore & festivals for the whole family!

Nevada County is jam-packed with events you won't want to miss this June! From bluegrass picnics to outdoor movie nights, this month is all about showing up and soaking it in. Let the summer fun begin!

For a list of the best local events click below + subscribe at the end so you never miss another local event!

#NevadaCounty #LocalEvents #GrassValley #NevadaCity #BluegrassFestival #ExploreNevadaCounty

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/04/get-excited-for-summer-events-in-nevada-county/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Get Excited for Summer Events in Nevada County

Grab your sunscreen, your reusable shopping bag, and maybe a lawn chair or two, because Nevada County is pulling out all the stops this June. From jazz under the pines to vintage car drooling downt…

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From gold heists to cake mix confusion and one dog with detective-level instincts, Call Log Diaries #19 is filled with small-town chaos.

Read now for the funny, real calls from Nevada County.
#CallLogDiaries #lawenforcement #police #sheriff #nevadacounty #nevadacity #grassvalley #truecrime #funny #ittybitty4life

http://ittybitty4life.com/2025/06/03/call-log-diaries-19-cake-chaos-and-a-civic-full-of-bad-choices/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Call Log Diaries #19: Cake, Chaos, and a Civic Full of Bad Choices

Welcome back to the only corner of the internet where real 911 calls from Nevada County are transformed into small-town stand-up comedy. This week, we’ve got landlocked boats, solo scream sessions,…

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