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A few weeks ago, I was helping coordinate a work event in NYC and was directing people, including superiors of mine, where to put signage, room layout, etc. A short time later, I went for a run in Central Park with two peers and asked, "Was I being bossy in there?" I should've stopped myself …
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I turn 30 tomorrow. No, it's really not a big deal, but I've been finding myself thinking about it, looking at old pictures, etc. It's kind of crazy to look back over the years—and the bleached hair and the horrible disposable camera quality—and see how much has changed and how much has stayed the same. …
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I'm thrilled to have my first guest blogger. One #Elf4Health challenge is to share your expertise and we decided to do blog swapss. Kristen blogs at Adult Ballerina Project and is sharing tips for adults who are just starting or just getting back into ballet. (Check out my post with running tips over on her blog, …
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I was planning to go through the whole schpeal about what happened after our offer was accepted, the 45 days from acceptance to closing, what it was like at the closing table, etc., but I saw this post on BuzzFeed yesterday and felt as though it summarized it all. I pulled a few out to …
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After finding a realtor and making our needs/wants/perks list, Steve and started the house hunt. We quickly realized that we would have to be a little more flexible with our list. It seemed like if there was parking, there was no basement. If we got an open kitchen, the living room was closed off or the bedrooms were …
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About nine years ago, I started dating a very nice boy. This very nice boy invited me home to meet his family—and I was terrified. I was going to meet his mother, the woman who raised four boys. Even more intimidating? Meeting the woman who raised her. The first time I met MomMom, I wasn't …
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For Mother's Day, I shared five life lessons that I learned from my mom. It's only fitting that I celebrate Father's Day with five lessons learned from dear ol' dad, right? (Sorry, I've been on a list kick recently. It's how my brain works. Everything is organized inside my head.) You have to work for …
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Growing up, I always thought that my mom was really nice, but she was a mom—moms were supposed to be nice. Now, as an adult, I see my mom as a person and realize what a remarkably kind person she is. She's also funny, wise, interesting, and has taught me many life lessons. In honor of Mother's …
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Yes. I never finish books that I don’t like. Waste of time. Too many good ones waiting!
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