<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[ara collective]]></title><description><![CDATA[Effortless athleisure for women who live in the “almost ready” moment.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 07:23:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Enneagram 3 and Feelings: Putting the Motion in E-motion (Enneagram 3, Emotions &#38; Faith: Life in the Heart Triad | Aleona Lund)]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens when an Enneagram 3 lands in the heart triad. A funny Christian reflection on emotions, vulnerability, faith, growth, and learning from the people God made differently.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/enneagram-3-emotions-faith-life-in-the-hearttriad-aleona-lund</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aaef79b12f0baf721f3d301</guid><category><![CDATA[Enneagram]]></category><category><![CDATA[Faith]]></category><category><![CDATA[Lifestyle]]></category><category><![CDATA[Personal Growth]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:50:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_265616da596e4692910b9a7a96fa46ab~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dublin Ireland Travel Guide: Postcards From Ireland]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover why Dublin, Ireland deserves a spot on your travel bucket list. From the colorful streets of Temple Bar to historic landmarks, cozy cafés, and unforgettable Irish charm, explore my favorite places and travel tips for visiting Ireland’s vibrant capital.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/dublinirelandtravelguide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a52dec25c421b82021dfde9</guid><category><![CDATA[Travel Destinations]]></category><category><![CDATA[Ireland]]></category><category><![CDATA[Dublin]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel]]></category><category><![CDATA[Europe]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 02:14:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_1ba40202a9cf45b5a73d2636cc7ce325~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fourth of July sugar cookies, Stars, Stripes &#38; Sweet Bites ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Celebrate the Fourth of July with beautifully decorated patriotic sugar cookies featuring fireworks, flags, vintage trucks, and festive red, white, and blue designs perfect for summer celebrations.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/stars-stripes-sweet-bites-fourthofjulysugarcookies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a4ad003fa58f0a255d592c0</guid><category><![CDATA[Desserts]]></category><category><![CDATA[Cookies]]></category><category><![CDATA[4th of july]]></category><category><![CDATA[Summer Cookies]]></category><category><![CDATA[Holiday Cookies]]></category><category><![CDATA[4th of July Cookies]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sugar Cookies]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:58:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_95f08b614b5f47e69bce99e675fc4de0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decorated Delights ]]></title><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/decorated-delights</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a13824ab883334b04e87b9a</guid><pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2026 22:58:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_d0c8939332f4406b836c35c5421efd10~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[(ALMOST READY) Shrimp Bowls with Coconut Cilantro Lime Rice &#38; Pineapple Salsa (Forgot the Salsa)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Homemade shrimp bowls with coconut cilantro lime rice and pineapple salsa are fresh, flavorful, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner recipe. Plus, my hilarious measurement-conversion struggle made the cooking process even more memorable.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/almost-ready-shrimp-bowls-with-coconut-cilantro-lime-rice-pineapple-salsa-forgot-the-salsa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a12226f8fa816dacc81d2a0</guid><category><![CDATA[Meals]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Shrimp]]></category><category><![CDATA[Shrimp Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Rice]]></category><category><![CDATA[Rice Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fish]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fish Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Lunch]]></category><category><![CDATA[Dinner]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_e71dc7e4fee04870a4876a91668a8c03~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Little Green, A little Luck, &#38; A Lot of Style: My St. Patrick’s Day Outfit]]></title><description><![CDATA[A casual-chic St. Patrick’s Day outfit with the perfect pop of green  Easy, comfy, and effortlessly put together—because festive style should still feel like you.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/a-little-green-a-lot-of-style-my-st-patrick-s-day-outfit</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ba4ca4e4e2e7d7756bd61d</guid><category><![CDATA[Effortless Coffee Runs]]></category><category><![CDATA[Fashion]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel Style]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:03:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_f23ae8f31c594701bc63443978498575~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keep Calm &#38; Carry On Chic Style: My Go-To Travel Outfit for Comfortable Style]]></title><description><![CDATA[Discover my go-to travel outfit that perfectly balances comfort and style. From a cozy neutral sweatsuit to a chic camel coat and classic sneakers, this look is perfect for airport days, long flights, and effortless travel style.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/keep-calm-carry-on-chic-style-my-go-to-travel-outfit-for-comfortable-style</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b8f2ae1d5a8875c9f55098</guid><category><![CDATA[Fashion]]></category><category><![CDATA[Travel Style]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:42:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_f5335919130842b78fd9b0c2cd7f8036~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_732,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Apricot-Orange Glazed Salmon with Garlic Herb Orzo &#38; Spinach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sweet and savory apricot-orange glazed salmon served over creamy garlic herb orzo with spinach and toasted almonds — a quick, elegant dinner ready in about 25 minutes.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/apricot-orange-glazed-salmon-with-garlic-herb-orzo-spinach</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a9240895f896866353f3af</guid><category><![CDATA[Lunch]]></category><category><![CDATA[Meals]]></category><category><![CDATA[Salmon]]></category><category><![CDATA[Salmon Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 07:08:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_46296a72a6bf4123a647bc3c8d51240c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Almost Ready to Chai: Cinnamon Chai Ice Cream Latte]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you ever tried chai tea with ice cream? This creamy cinnamon chai ice cream latte blends warm chai spices with melting vanilla ice cream for a dreamy dessert-meets-drink perfect for spring.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/almost-ready-to-chai-cinnamon-chai-ice-cream-latte</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a77eb75f34dbe2951f00f0</guid><category><![CDATA[Desserts]]></category><category><![CDATA[Chai Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Ice Cream Recipes]]></category><category><![CDATA[Recipes]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:57:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_ccda0810cc7247b2a9208c03de382f85~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Case(s) for Summer--Phone Cases For Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[A magnetic phone case system designed to snap, swap, and move with you. Inside Walli’s Poolside Edit and why it’s more than just a summer accessory.]]></description><link>https://www.almostreadyaleona.com/post/the-case-s-for-summer-summer-phone-cases</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a68abcfe2730c0413617e7</guid><category><![CDATA[Phone Cases]]></category><category><![CDATA[Phone Accessories]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:32:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/10c564_9f8748f5d94841a9ae578b59f8a01245~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aleona Lund</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brown Butter Salted PB Chocolate Chip Cookies]]></title><description><![CDATA[There’s something about brown butter that feels like a personality trait. It doesn’t rush.It doesn’t burn (if you’re paying attention).It waits until it’s golden — not pale, not dark — just almost ready. And honestly? That’s the whole mood. 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