For this midterm election, I wrote and I wrote and I wrote. Through Postcards to Voters, I mailed handwritten postcards to Democratic voters in swing races. I’m not a registered Democrat; I’m an Independent. However, the current Republican administration does…
How to Eat Healthy: Advice from a Nutritionist
One of my new year’s resolutions was to meet with a nutritionist, which I did several months ago. I’ve since implemented her advice and I’m now physically at my peak. I have never been healthier. The nutritionist also cured my…
I Believe Her and Some News
In less than two weeks, I will be attending Money20/20 which is the largest Payments, FinTech and Financial Services conference in the world. I landed a coveted spot in Money20/20’s inaugural Rise Up program, providing networking and events for women…
Born to Be Loved
With the Supreme Court nominee hearings and Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony, I need some inspiration today. Maybe you do too? This beautiful mural ‘Born to Be Loved’ is at 1128 Lincoln Ave (Cross-street is Bay St.) in my hometown…
Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story
The musical Hamilton concludes with the song “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story.” It’s about Hamilton’s wife and how she lived 50 years longer than her husband, how she carried out his legacy, but also about how she…
Why You Should See the Movie ‘Crazy Rich Asians’
I am all about diversity and learning about other cultures. My whole life I’ve worked hard to be open-minded and continue to broaden my perspective. In terms of movies, I’ve loved Precious, Brokeback Mountain, City of God, The Help, Slumdog…
Why The Color Run is the Happiest 5k on the Planet
We ran The Color Run this past weekend and I honestly can’t remember the last time I ran a race. The funny thing is I used to be a runner. I ran 5ks, half marathons, marathons. I ran almost daily,…
Guide to Newport, Rhode Island
I spent two days in Newport, Rhode Island last week for business travel and fell in love with the City by the Sea! I can’t wait to go back next year and tack on an extra vacation day. If I…
Honoring Nia Wilson: What to Read and Watch Now
Last week, 18-year-old Nia Wilson was brutally murdered at the MacArthur Oakland BART station. A recent graduate of Oakland High School, she was a beautiful girl with so much promise. Why do Black citizens continue to be killed for no…
Guide to Carmel-by-the-Sea
I’m currently crushing on the beach town of Carmel, which is a 2+ hour drive from San Francisco and 15 minutes away from Monterey. We headed down for the long weekend after the 4th of July. There are a lot of…