about

Hi! I'm Anna (pronounced "on a..."), a multi-passionate creative entrepreneur, obsessed with delicious healthy recipes, froyo, fitness, and twinkle lights, living in the wonderful city of Chicago with my husband Ben.

I started this blog way back in the fall of 2009 to keep my family updated on my life after I moved from Illinois to Pennsylania for grad school. It has slowly morphed over the years as I've moved back and forth across the country and entered into new phases of life, but I still write about my favorite things: cooking healthy foods, baking muffins, running and fitness in general, knitting, and painting.

At the end of August 2014 I resigned from my full time job as a science educator to embark on the biggest adventure of my life as a creative entrepreneur and small business owner! I sell scarves and stationery in my Etsy shop, and inspire women to pursue a healthy lifestyle as a health and wellness coach! I truly believe that anyone can turn their passions into successful business opportunities--you just have to be willing to consistently and constantly work and learn!

My mission is to help you discover your purpose and core values, and then empower you to create an inspired life that makes you excited to wake up every morning.

You can get in touch with me via email at annamarialocke@gmail.com

xo Anna