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September 16, 2010

$chwab

Speaking of finances, Schwab called me while I was drowning my french fries in ketchup in New York.  After we exchanged pleasantries, I asked anxiously if there’d been any fraud on my account.  That’s usually the case (at least for…

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September 15, 2010

$HIT

I have several friends who are in severe debt.  I’m not talking about the good kind of debt (mortgage, student loans).  It’s the kind of debt that’s accruing 20-35%+ interest.  Maybe it’s even compounded.  Honestly, I have absolutely no idea…

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September 14, 2010

The Brother I Never Had

I have a framed picture of me and my friend Conrado.  We’re in the eighth grade, sporting Catholic uniforms on stage with our elementary school principal for the annual spelling bee. It’s down to the wire with us two volleying…

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September 13, 2010

Tweet Tweet

As you can see, my Twitter feed has been added to the website.  I think it looks pretty cool and probably even cooler for people who read my blog and don’t have Twitter. I wish I could say I figured…

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September 12, 2010

Fashion Week – Monday

In honor of New York Fashion Week which I’ve been following religiously, I thought I’d document my work outfits for the week. Last Friday during happy hour, my friend Randy complimented my nice work dress which made me realize that…

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September 11, 2010

Very Happy Three Month Anniversary

I am the happiest girl on earth.  I came back from an unbelievably fun and relaxing vacation.  We just celebrated our 3-month anniversary.  This Monday morning while I was in the shower, Dean said “That was a really fun weekend.”…

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September 10, 2010

Bay Area Beauty

Did I tell you I’m bored with San Francisco?  After living here my whole life, nothing really piques my interest anymore.  So this weekend, I decided we’d get the hell out. I chose Castle Rock State Park which has been…

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September 9, 2010

Flying Solo

Yesterday my mother sent me an email asking why I was going on all these trips without my husband and how did he feel about that. Considering I just got married, I can see how my nationwide summer travels without…

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September 8, 2010

Congratulations Like.com!

I know many talented accomplished people: politicans, writers, partners, choreographers, entrepreneurs, doctors, artists.  I know several people who started their own businesses, made their companies successful, then sold off with hefty gains.  Few career successes surprise me anymore.  But when…

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September 7, 2010

The Best Grilled Cheese Sandwich

The yummiest grilled cheese sandwiches on earth are served at the Dust City Diner at Burning Man. I love these people!  It’s a truck that moves all around the desert. During the time I was there, they usually setup near…

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