It’s a phrase we most often associate with kindergarten projects or awkward conversations with our high school guidance counselors. “When I grow up, I want to…” Even a gal in her thirties finds that answer difficult. Much of my formative adult, career-driven goals have been a bit dictated by the overarching medicine journey of the […]
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How I Found 3 Dresses That Fit My Chest: Hoi An, Vietnam Tailoring
After a brief 3 days in Hong Kong and a whirlwind 4 days in chaotic Hanoi, Vietnam, we headed down the coast of Vietnam to the beautiful coastal town of Danang. We parked our tushes in Danang instead of Hoi An because we had Hyatt points to burn, so we took one for the team […]
My 2018 Travel Gear & Essentials
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Oh, Yes We Did. How We Spent Two Weeks in Asia for Less than $650-including Flights in Business Class
What’s the first thing your little fingers start typing when planning a trip? How to get there, where to stay and how freakin’ much is it gonna cost me? Well aren’t you lucky you landed here today. I’m going to show you exactly how the hubster and I flew to Asia–in business class–and stayed in […]
Sneak Peek: Two Weeks, One Carry-on and a Full Itinerary
I’m back from the other side of the world! Real talk: My mind and body are still 12 hours ahead. *cue the espresso* It’s incredible what 2 straight weeks with your long-distance significant other can do for your heart and sanity. It was the most amount of time we’ve spent together in nearly 2 years. […]
London Reminded Me of Who I Am
How do you leave a place that has been so integral to who you are as a women, as a wife, as a friend, as a contributing member of society? The simple answer is, you don’t. Much like your first love, it’s hard to forget the place that seeped into your heart and carved out […]