Ready to Write

October 30, 2022 | filed in: Advice, EMPOWERMENT, LIFESTYLE, Travels

It has been a while since my last post, but I am so happy to be writing here tonight. This hiatus has been my longest since I started blogging back in 2012. To be frank – the stress of the … Read More →

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Fifty Days of Summer

July 17, 2021 | filed in: Celebrations, LIFESTYLE, NEW YORK CITY

From today (July 17th) until the end of Labor Day Weekend (September 6th), there are a little over fifty days left in what most consider the summer season. I do not know about anyone else, but this period seems to … Read More →

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What I Read in 2020

April 11, 2021 | filed in: Advice, Community of Women, EMPOWERMENT, LGBTQ+

One of my goals for my YEAR OF CHALLENGE was to read 10 new books. I counted audio books, digital books, & physical books when reviewing my finished list. Click either the book covers or linked titles to purchase! #1 … Read More →

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Year of Challenge: Reviewing the Results

February 11, 2021 | filed in: Advice, EMPOWERMENT, LIFESTYLE, NEW YORK CITY, Travels

Major shout-out to anyone who kicks off their full plan for the year ahead in January. I am usually not one of those people, but I am committed to purposeful growth, even if it takes me a bit longer to … Read More →

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Growing, Hoping, & Trying

January 22, 2021 | filed in: Community of Women, EMPOWERMENT, LGBTQ+, NEW YORK CITY

President Joe Biden & Vice President Kamala Harris were sworn in to protect & serve the United States of America this week. This poignant moment deserves celebration after four years of frustration, disappointment, & fear. Tears of relief & cheers … Read More →

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RCD x EAC

December 4, 2020 | filed in: Celebrations, Community of Women, EMPOWERMENT, LIFESTYLE

I am thrilled to be featuring a small business that is close to my heart this evening! My cousin, RYAN, launched her own digital art shop in the midst of the chaos that is 2020. That fact alone is one … Read More →

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Gift Guide: Female-Owned Brands

November 28, 2020 | filed in: Celebrations, Community of Women, EMPOWERMENT, LIFESTYLE

Sharing my final gift guide of the season today! This guide features products from female-owned brands – many of which I have shopped from for years. #1 BLACK SLINGBACK PUMP I first discovered SARAH FLINT through one of my favorite … Read More →

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Gift Guide: Black-Owned Brands

November 25, 2020 | filed in: Celebrations, Community of Women, EMPOWERMENT, LIFESTYLE

My second holiday post is full of bright gift picks! All of the gift recommendations in this list are from Black-owned businesses. I am super excited to purchase items from these brands for myself & for others on my list. … Read More →

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Gift Guide: Queer-Owned Brands

November 23, 2020 | filed in: Celebrations, EMPOWERMENT, LGBTQ+, LIFESTYLE

Today is my first day sharing holiday gift guides! As I was listening to one of my favorite podcasts, BAD ON PAPER, I heard a summary of exactly why this activity is making me feel even happier than usual. Becca … Read More →

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Autumn To-Do List 2020

October 19, 2020 | filed in: Celebrations, LIFESTYLE, NEW YORK CITY

This weekend I felt happier than I have in a while & I want to extend these good feelings. Time continues to feel out of whack, but I find these short lists helps me savor the season I am in … Read More →

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