Ten months ago I sat down and took a good hard look at my finances. I’ve done this numerous times before, but something was different this time. As I crafted a plan month by month to dig myself out of my accumulated debt, I was hit with the sinking realization that I had been doing …
There’s nothing quite like spending time with like-minded women to completely inspire and motivate you. Venturing out to Moab, Utah for a quick weekend did just that, not to mention the breathtaking views that accompanied. Complete emphasis on venture. The eight hour drive to Moab from Las Vegas was out of the question so we …
Many individuals believe that a millennial homeowner is an oxymoron, associating the generation more likely to spend their money on avocado toast and experiences than investments. But it couldn’t be further from the truth. I personally decided it was time to purchase my first house after moving over 11 times in the span of nine …
Living in a tourism-driven town Vegas locals become accustomed to the script like common questions or statements you receive from visitors after they declare with both excitement and confusion “You live here? But, I mean, where are you from?”. So I thought it may be fun to address those common questions and sprinkle in a few …
There is always something new, exciting or downright odd to come across in Vegas. I have a few favorite fun things and hidden gems to seek on your trip that you probably won’t find in your travel guide. Depending on what time of year you are visiting, the Welcome to Las Vegas sign changes to …
A phone call with my cousin in Chicago, followed by browsing flights to O’Hare quickly resulted in a long weekend getaway to visit a few of my favorite people. While I’m a researcher by nature and had asked around, here are a few of my initial thoughts exploring Chicago for the first time. Not So …
The fourth of July is just around the corner, a time for delicious food, fireworks, celebration and roughly every single dog in America to have a panic attack simultaneously. While this may be a Fourth for firsts, the first time celebrating in my new home and the first time celebrating with our newest furry family …
The first and last time I visited the Happiest Place on Earth, I believe I was about nine years old. It was during the holiday season, and I remember the childhood wonder of it snowing in California alongside Sleeping Beauty’s castle while proudly wearing my Minnie Mouse Santa hat ears. My grandma’s memory of Disneyland …
There is no denying that at home DNA testing kits have become quite the fad, it’s no wonder with the impressive marketing campaigns that have dominated so many outlets. Regardless, I took the bait as someone who despite putting in the time and effort to build out my family tree through verbal stories and assumptions …
This is a sponsored post brought to you by Basic Invite. All opinions are 100 percent my own. It’s that time of year once more when so many graduates are finally able to see their dreams come to fruition after years of sacrifice, determination and simply busting some serious booty to finally hear pomp and …