As I wrote the title for this post, I had to sit down and calculate the years to see if I was indeed turning 32 today. Well, it turns out, I am. I’m surprised each year when my birthday rolls around and I start to think about all of the things I have managed to cram into the years that have passed. It has been a lot. I say that not as a way to brag (because some of the moments have been good and others have not), but as a way to reflect on my personal growth. The last couple of years have ...
The Birthday Countdown
My apologies for the radio silence around here lately. Between a hectic travel schedule, a busy month at work, and the usual adulting responsibilities, my time has been rather tight. But all that hasn’t exactly stopped me from starting the countdown to my birthday (which is now only days away). In case you forgot (or you’re new around here), I believe in birthday months—and not just for myself, but for everyone. I love my birthday and I believe in treating myself, so, naturally, the ...
24-Hours in Philadelphia
My crazy travel schedule continues! A quick weekend trip took me to Philadelphia, where I toured Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, walked around the beautiful neighborhood of Society Hill, and finished the night off with dinner at The Cambridge on South Street. If you’re heading to Philly in the near future, I highly recommend taking a tour of the Magic Gardens. It is a beautiful space that spans three city lots and was created by mosaic artist Isaiah Zagar. The Magic Gardens include an indoor ...
The November Agenda
My birthday month is finally here! That’s right…I said month…because I actually plan on celebrating for the entire month. Aside from my birthday, November is easily one of my favorite months—I’m just coming off a sugar-high from Halloween (as I sit here eating leftover Halloween candy), the leaves have the most gorgeous golden fall hue (and it’s still mild enough outside to take an evening walk and enjoy them), and I can start to get excited about the upcoming holiday season (without seeming ...