This past year my mental health has been affected in a way I have never experienced before. It’s hard for me to find enjoyment in the things I used to love to do. I have to put forth a much greater effort to accomplish tasks. I have had to essentially force myself to do a…
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Goodness New Menu Items
Read moreGoodness has been on my radar for at least three years since I first discovered the restaurant as a college student. My love for Goodness originally began as a result of not being able to find healthy options on campus. Naturally I was thrilled when one of my favorite eateries invited me to taste some…
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Wedding Weekend at the Westin La Paloma
Read moreWhen Alex and I planned our wedding at the Skyline Country Club we sought out a nearby resort to relax in afterwards. I quickly thought of the beautiful Westin La Paloma since it’s only a 5-10 min drive from the country club! They were also interested in partnering up with me to showcase our experience…
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How to Have the Perfect Wedding
Read moreI can’t believe it has been one month since my wedding! The day came and went so fast but I enjoyed every moment. While I was planning my wedding, people would ask or say: “Are you stressed?” “This will be the most stressful time of your life!” “They always say something goes wrong on your…
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Microblading Review: Everything You Need to Know
Read moreFor those of you who have thinner brows or like the idea of a low-maintenance look, consider microblading! I had contemplated the idea of getting microblading done but wasn’t sure whether I wanted to go through with it or not. Then, I was asked by Microblading Artist Cody Lynn Hubbell if I would be interested…
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Gingerbread House Dining Experience at the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain
Read moreTo get into the holiday spirit, Alex and I dined in the Ritz-Carlton’s adobe-styled gingerbread house! Having dinner inside the life-sized gingerbread house was a magical experience two days before Christmas. After driving through the cacti lit with twinkling lights, we arrived at the resort and were graciously welcomed by several congenial staff. We spotted…
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Afternoon Tea at Bergdorf Goodman
Read moreWith my friends visiting from Australia and being avid tea drinkers, I wanted them to experience afternoon tea in New York at Bergdorf Goodman’s BG Restaurant. One of my good friends from New York, Jill, also joined in on the experience. After having a mini photoshoot in Central Park, we headed over to Bergdorfs. The…
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Fall in Central Park
Read moreThere’s nothing quite like Central Park, particularly in the fall. The air is crisp, the autumn leaves crunch beneath your feet and you can’t help but smile because you know Manhattan will soon be covered with Christmas lights from sidewalks to skyscrapers! In the meantime, Central Park provides beautiful fall scenery. I coordinated my ensemble…
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Ironman 70.3 Arizona
Read moreOnly five days ago I crossed the finish line for my first Ironman 70.3! I felt pretty good about placing in the top 30% out of all women and finishing two hours before the cut-off time at 6:39:09– especially since my watch died after the bike and I had no method of knowing my pace…