Last week I turned 35! And a week later, I am ready to properly share my reflection of this new age bracket.
My initial reaction to my 35th birthday was one of uncertainty. Continue reading “Reflections on turning 35”
Author: Saadia S. Shamsie
Hand me a book & put me on a plane to ANYWHERE -- I'm the happiest girl in the world!
Keep me in one place for too long -- I become obnoxiously restless!
New Year, New Resolution!
Well guys, 2016 is FINALLY over and good freaking riddance!
I don’t normally like to write off an entire year as “bad” because it’s never exactly accurate. But wow was 2016 as bad as it has gotten in many years! Not just for me, but for many of my friends, families, the world, and hell, even celebrities! There have been constant bad news and to rise above it was more than difficult at times. Continue reading “New Year, New Resolution!”
Guide to the BEST Christmas Presents
Christmas is this upcoming weekend. Trying to do last minute shopping? Aren’t we all?! Continue reading “Guide to the BEST Christmas Presents”
2017 Reading Challenge – Calling all Bookworms
Are you a bookworm? If so, then you MUST check out Pop Sugar’s 2017 Reading Challenge. As a huge book lover, but one who doesn’t get nearly enough time to read, I thought partaking in this challenge would be the perfect push I need to ensure I’m reading…ALL year! So I’ve decided to join and want to invite all of you! Continue reading “2017 Reading Challenge – Calling all Bookworms”
A Little Heart to Heart
Hi Everyone,
I wanted to write a follow up/update kind of post because it’s been nearly 12 weeks since my last post and I feel like I owe you an explanation on my absence, rather than just jump straight into a new blog post. Continue reading “A Little Heart to Heart”
Vera Bradley: 40% OFF Sale Items and FREE SHIPPING
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September 15: 40% OFF sale items and FREE SHIPPING at Vera Bradley online
Hi Everyone,
I know…it’s been awhile and I apologize. But, I wanted to let all you Vera Bradley fans know that the website is currently running a 40% off already sale items promotion AND offering free shipping with no minimum purchase! Continue reading “Vera Bradley: 40% OFF Sale Items and FREE SHIPPING”
Daily Recommendation: Old Navy Dresses on Sale
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August 27/28: Old Navy Dresses on Sale Continue reading “Daily Recommendation: Old Navy Dresses on Sale”
Daily Recommendation: Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
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August 25: Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
I love baking and homemade chocolate chip cookies are my all time favorite things to make and indulge in. After trying several dozens of recipes over the years, I’ve found the following to be the very best. It’s an edit of Nestle’s chocolate chip cookie recipe.
Continue reading “Daily Recommendation: Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe”
Daily Recommendation: No Bake Strawberry Delight
August 24: No Bake Strawberry Delight
My mom brought this recipe home the other night, it was called “Blueberry Delight”, not being a fan of blueberries, I decided to substitute strawberries instead. Continue reading “Daily Recommendation: No Bake Strawberry Delight”
Daily Recommendation: Veniero’s, Still One of the Best in NYC
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August 23: Veniero’s
When you walk into a pastry shop that’s buzzing with locals, you know you’ve come to a good spot! That’s what you see when you enter Veniero’s in New York City’s East Village. Established in 1894, Veneiro’s is an Italian pastry shop that will have you going gaga over the plethora of dessert options. From cheesecakes, layered cakes, cookies, canolis, chocolate covered strawberries, tarts, and all things in between, there is something for every taste buds! And it doesn’t stop at pastries, they have a whole gelato menu & a nice selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages. Continue reading “Daily Recommendation: Veniero’s, Still One of the Best in NYC”
