When I decided to go natural in 2010, it was after many years of thinking about it but being too chicken to actually DO it. After I did my first big chop, I felt free from all the emotional baggage … Continue reading
This is me in Baltimore last month. It’s been almost eight months since I gave up my apartment in DC to save money for travel. What’s really happened in that time is that I’ve learned a ton about myself – who I really am and … Continue reading
Over the weekend, I went to visit my mom and aunt to celebrate their birthdays. They were born one day and two years apart! We hung out at the National Harbor yesterday and I was surprised at how many shops … Continue reading
Yesterday’s post about my move to Baltimore and continued downsizing prompted some great comments and emails about how, exactly, to get started in creating a life with less stuff (and maybe more experiences instead). We do this exercise as part of … Continue reading
This is where I am living now. I found it on Airbnb Sublets. It’s been five months since I gave up my apartment and I’ve found a new place to explore. This week, I moved to Baltimore, Maryland. I am renting a room in a Bolton … Continue reading
This is my home right now. The women’s dorm at the Central YMCA in Honolulu. I’ve been living here almost two weeks. (Before this, I was staying in one of the lovely Westin hotels in Waikiki for a conference I was invited to speak at.) I can be in Hawaii … Continue reading
I’m staying in the house as much as possible today. The crowds are always out in superhuman force the day after Thanksgiving, grabbing all the deep “discounts” on items that most normal people won’t ever need. Of course, it takes me back about 10 … Continue reading
What happens after you give up your apartment to save money? Lots of things, apparently. Here’s a bit of what I’ve learned so far. So last night, I bid farewell to the room I’ve been renting for the last three months. For … Continue reading
Last month, I made a huge change in my living situation. After much deliberation, I made the decision to move out of my studio apartment in Washington, DC to rent a room in Northern Virginia as part of my goal … Continue reading
They say that money can’t buy happiness. Indeed, financial journalist and motivational speaker Jean Chatzky breaks down the science of happiness, pointing out that since “there’s little difference in the overall happiness of millionaires and the middle class, “we’re better off … Continue reading
Ever since I did the big chop back in March, I’ve been experimenting with different products for the perfect natural hair care routine. I’m not really that concerned about growth or curl pattern, so my criteria was mostly around the following … Continue reading