I’m not sure if I’m getting old, or if I’m just maturing, or what. But the concept of online shopping is right up this lazy girl’s alley. Don’t get me wrong. I’m still striving to spend my money wiser, and bring less items into my home, but shopping is still a part of this thing… Read More groupon: my seven faves
I got a birthday gift this year for a three-month subscription to Birchbox. I’ve seen posts on social media, I’ve heard the buzz, so I was excited to have a reason to give it a try. And while I was at it, I signed up for Ipsy as well. I’d heard about both of them,… Read More birchbox and ipsy: five faves
In the words of my man Ice Cube, “today was a good day.” It is so easy to get caught up in the multitude of things in my life that may not be going according to plan. It is sometimes easier to focus on the one thing that went wrong in a day and forget… Read More three things that went well today
I’m not on Facebook. Sorta. I have an account that I used when I organized my family reunion five five years ago. I never got rid of it. I sign onto it about once a year…usually when my sister lures me on by promising me some cute video of my nieces and nephew. Or if… Read More i’m not on facebook…and people think it’s weird
Depending on your particular work environment, the words “team building exercise” can bring about feelings of excitement or feelings of complete dread. Sometimes the excitement of a different activity in the day can really give you something to look forward to. But sometimes team building can feel forced and awkward. Sometimes it can feel pointless.… Read More i did “true colors” team building at work
the maryland renaissance festival has been an annual tradition here for as long as i can remember. my dad used to take us when we were kids and i remember feeling like i really did go back in time. known for its ginormous turkey legs and patrons dressed in period costumes, the renaissance festival is… Read More i went to the maryland renaissance festival
my bestie bought a new house. (applause, applause!!!) and i wanted to get her a lovely personalized wreath for her front door. the only problem was that the wreaths that i loved so much on etsy were between $80 and $120. don’t get me wrong, she’s worth every cent and then some. but for some… Read More i made(ish) a wreath
i listened to a podcast from a local church today. the message couldn’t have been more on point. the message was simple: where you spend your money is truly where your heart is. let me begin by saying, the point of this post is not to delve into religion in any way. i could see… Read More does my spending reflect my heart?
Visiting wineries is one of my favorite pastimes. I love going off the beaten path, escaping the headache of traffic and dense populations. I love finding little quaint areas in beautiful surroundings, trying wines that I may not otherwise try, and hearing stories as told by vineyard owners. It amazes me how many wineries… Read More i visited dejon vineyard in hydes, md
I recently experienced a defeat at work. And it sucked. Bad. I won’t get into all of the specifics surrounding it, but let’s suffice it to say I truly believe I got shafted, and it really really has me feeling some type of way. But no matter how bad I felt, how angry I was,… Read More i suffered a work defeat…and it SUCKED
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