Self-proclaimed professional bon vivant. Middle school Writing teacher. NYC is where I hang my hat. This is what's on my mind.
Did you know that it’s National Stress Awareness Month? Sometimes I feel like every month is National Stress Awareness Month as I am totally aware of the stress I’ve been feeling lately. Nothing out of the ordinary, just the usual stressors like paying taxes, thinking about what steps to take in my career, lack of... Continue Reading →
"They want to deliver vast amounts of information over the Internet. And again, the Internet is not something that you just dump something on. It's not a big truck. It's a series of tubes.” - Alaskan Senator Ted Stevens, 2006. "The Internet has its charms and its dangers.” - Peter the Librarian, to incoming freshman... Continue Reading →
As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve never been one to make New Year’s resolutions. I firmly believe you can make positive life changes on any old day. If you want to eat healthier, then start with your next meal! If you want to drink less, order a seltzer and cranberry juice the next time you're out... Continue Reading →
"You know you're not in high finance considering secondhand underpants. Check your mind, how'd it get so bad? What happened to those other underpants you had?"- Flight of the Conchords, "Inner City Pressure" It's difficult to lead a life of luxury when living in the most expensive city in the country, especially when student loans... Continue Reading →
When returning to NYC after an extended period of time away, it’s amazing how things I rarely noticed before suddenly stuck out like a sore thumb. For instance, why don’t most women in my neighborhood take care of their own children? How come the older people I see walking down the street rarely smile? Why... Continue Reading →
Life is crazy. We all know this. I know I’m not the only person in the world who’s spread too thin, working two jobs to make ends meet, not striking the perfect work-life balance, lamenting that time passes too quickly. I haven’t even written a blog post since April! (Though, in my defense, I’m convinced... Continue Reading →
"I've run the Boston Marathon 6 times before. I think the best aspects of the marathon are the beautiful changes of the scenery along the route and the warmth of the people's support. I feel happier every time I enter this marathon."-Haruki Murakami "Boston State-house is the hub of the solar system. You couldn't pry... Continue Reading →
"Here's to the ladies who lunch--everybody laugh. Lounging in their caftans and planning a brunch on their own behalf. Off to the gym, then to a fitting, claiming they're fat. And looking grim 'cause they've been sitting choosing a hat. Does anyone still wear a hat? I'll drink to that.”- "Ladies Who Lunch" from "Company."... Continue Reading →
On Tuesday, I celebrated one year of living in New York with my two dearest New York friends in the comfort of my Manhattan apartment. Moving to New York City was such a great decision that I decided to honor February 7th, the day I moved to New York, the same way as I do... Continue Reading →
Today marks my three-year blogiversary. Quite a milestone, if I may say so! I'd actually forgotten the exact date I took the plunge into the blogosphere until today when my WordPress account prompted to renew my expiring domain name (something I have to do annually). Three years ago today, I bought my own domain name and... Continue Reading →
Self-proclaimed professional bon vivant. Teacher by trade. NYC is where I hang my hat. This is what's on my mind.
Self-proclaimed professional bon vivant. Teacher by trade. NYC is where I hang my hat. This is what's on my mind.
Self-proclaimed professional bon vivant. Teacher by trade. NYC is where I hang my hat. This is what's on my mind.
