A Boston Marathon Story
One of my friends ran the Boston Marathon yesterday. When I heard about the explosions, I freaked out at my desk. I knew what her start time was and I knew what her goal...
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Entertaining Idea: How to Make a Bloody Mary Bar
Those closest to us know that Hubby and I are crazy about Bloody Marys. They are almost religious to us. One of our favorite dates is to hop around town on a sunny Saturday...
April Book Club: Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office
I read Dr. Lois Frankel’s book, Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office, in 2010 thanks to a comment left on a blog post I wrote about common female prejudices at work. With all...
Why a Money Makeover?
Do you ever watch makeover shows like “What Not to Wear” and think, “I’d like a makeover. Sure, my clothes are fine and I even get compliments on my style and makeup, but still....
How to Decide if You’re Ready to Move for A New Career
In today’s society, it’s getting more common to move for career opportunities. The fact is, if you want to work in a field that doesn’t have a presence in your hometown or desired community,...
Showing our #Hamptonality: Photos From Our Trip to Nashville
Last weekend I got the opportunity to take a complimentary trip on behalf of Hampton Hotels to show my #Hamptonality. My destination was to be revealed only a few days before my scheduled trip...
What’s Your Engagement Ring Style?
(In case you are not familiar with this popular girl from the internet, that young lady is saying, “Oh my God, diamonds!”) I have a guilty pleasure… Have you ever designed your own ring?...
7 Ways to Earn More Respect and Influence as a Young Professional Woman
During my first year out of college, I worked in a legal organization that assists men and women from all over the world. Many of the clients are men from countries where women aren’t...