Two and a half years ago, almost to the day, my husband and I packed all our belongings into boxes, distributed all our good furniture (code for stuff not bought in Ikea) amongst unwilling…
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I apologize for not “getting real” this time around. Without warning, November descended upon us and because of it I scramble. Like many others I know, I caught fire, struggling to operate on less than six hours sleep and…
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culture & community relationships & love social media & technology10 Reasons You Should Become an Empress [infographic]
“Imagination is the only weapon in the war against reality.” -Alice in Wonderland This is the story about how this blog began… Once upon a time, about 5 years ago, I was exploring…
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Very soon, our little family will seek out our own view of the Empire State building (and see JoAnna at the same time!). New York City! It’s the only American city this…
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It’s hard to believe it has been one month since I moved. Exactly 30 days have passed since my belongings left behind the threshold of one home and crossed over into another. Because of travel/work…
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(Today’s old-timey photographs brought to you by the copyright-free glory that is Flickr Commons. I’ve been using it at work lately, and finding it a fun resource.) I am the new kid on the…
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Frustration has been my friend for a long time. I feel like I never have enough time for anything. I feel cooped up with caring for my children. I want to do so many things but…
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Beginnings and endings. Endings and beginnings. The new start every day brings. Alternate paths. Finishings. Walking through the Brooklyn Botanical Garden yesterday, I slowed my pace to better absorb my intake of Vitamin D. I…
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Made some new shiny resolutions for 2015? Looking for tips on how to stick with them and get your money’s worth from those new running shoes/swimming goggles/ski poles/aerial yoga lessons? Well, you’re in luck, because…
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Artwork by retired Empress of Tokyo, Kimberly Tierney.…