For many years, I’ve extolled the concept of mind over matter. If you believe, it will happen. If you think, it will be. I’ve staked my running career on it. There isn’t a single race that I trained consistently for….
Archives for 2011
Fashion Friday
Here’s a look at my walk-in closet. Sweaters, dresses, bangles, scarves. Stuffed with color–exactly the way I like it. The two paintings are from Shanghai. It’s too hard to see that the little girl has a knife in her hand…
Diversity Whore
Adding on to my previous post, I encourage diversity and learning about different religions, geographies, and cultures. I think it’s debilitating to limit interactions to people who are similar. We all know people who only congregate in their own ethnic…
The Atheist and the Catholic
Can you believe we’re already one-quarter into the year? Yikes! Soon enough, it will be time to get ready for Burning Man. As the Volunteer Coordinator for Burning Man’s ARTery group, I planned a social event last night at the…
Gap Shoes Under $10
Ballet slippers are all the rage now. I prefer not to follow what the masses do, but when suited up Financial District women are going casual with ballet shoes, I want a piece of that comfortable action. I ordered and…
Money Monday – Always Save 1%
Times are tough. We can all benefit from financial advice. It’s embarrassing that someone with an MBA needs a financial advisor, but I do. I need someone to look at my total financial picture, understand my goals, and give me…
Photo Editing
This took me almost two hours to create. Teaching myself a new editing application, dealing with a slow connection, a slow computer, or plain bad luck. I’ve never been a photographer which is why my blog has been lacking in…
Happy Trails to You
In anticipation of this week’s rain, we went hiking last Saturday at Edgewood Park and Preserve in San Mateo. I simply go on the Bay Area Hiker site and find a hike that looks worth while. I think the site…
First Fashion Friday
It’s fashion Friday! I was thinking of doing a couple themed days for my blog, like Fashion Friday and Money Monday. Catchy, huh? Also in the mix is a bit of a redesign for the site so stay tuned for…
My Greatest Sacrifice
On this St. Patty’s holiday, I’m on my 9th day of sobriety. 35 more days to go. I gave up alcohol for Lent and I’m counting down the days until April 22 which is Dean’s birthday and the start of…