Most of us start out in a new place with the best intentions of keeping it clean and tidy (unlike our last residence). And yet, almost without fail, life gets busy, unexpected obligations come up, and you let the housework fall by the wayside. Piles begin to form and before your know it, your house […]
This blogging tip is more of a personal experience that I’m not ashamed to share, because in the life of blogging, you live and you learn. The other day I attended an event that I received a private invite for and I RSVPed before the deadline. My first assumption was that as long as I […]
If you pay any attention to mainstream media, it should come as no surprise that water is good for your health. For years, doctors and dieticians have been spouting the ubiquitous “8 glasses a day” missive (despite the fact that almost nobody follows it). However, if you’re looking to lose those few extra pounds you […]
Working from home offers a great opportunity for you to start your own business, be your own boss, and keep your kids at home (rather than consigning them to the random shuffle of caretakers provided by any given daycare facility). But splitting your time and your space between work and family obligations can quickly become […]
This Valentine’s day why not treat yourself to something special. Valentine’s day is not always about pampering your special someone, it is also about pampering yourself. In honor of Valentine’s day I wanted to treat myself and I’m glad I did. I treated my eyes to some eyelash extensions for a more sexier look. Eyelash […]
My Instagram #BriskPic (image source: KMPBlog) On January 27, 2011 the day of the big snow storm in NYC and many other states, the buses were not running, and getting to work that day was going to be nearly somewhat impossible, as I looked outside my window this is what I saw (see image above) […]
Sorry to say, working at Disneyland won’t make you nearly as happy as visiting will (you don’t want to ruin the magic). But there are a number of professions that will bring satisfaction to the people who choose them. While there certainly is a level of subjectivity involved (some people love to work with others […]
Many puns intended. :-) For my 30th birthday, I wanted to try something fun and that I’ve never done before. Last year, I paid Las Vegas a visit for the first time and I’m glad I did, I had a blast. If you know me, you’ll know that there are two things that I really […]
Tips for Driving in any Major US City New York City is the quintessential big city. Skyscrapers, subways, buses, masses of people, taxis and cars… lots of cars. Many people in New York City say the best way to get around in the city is to have someone else drive. But taking a look at […]
A few weeks ago I posted an article on ways to better market your brand. Many of you found the post useful, and many asked what’s the deal with QR codes how can this useful. Well this post is about that, QR codes. I’ll try to answer as many questions as possible, give examples, and […]
Retirement may seem like it’s a long way off, but it will come faster than you think. And if you’re not ready for it, if you haven’t been saving, you’re going to find that your standard of living changes dramatically when you stop working. You may think that just because you’re young you don’t have […]
Food storage is no laughing matter. If you store items at the wrong temperature or package them improperly, you’re going to end up with spoilage, staleness, and even worse problems that cause your food to become unsafe before it is slated for expiration.
In this time of recession, all of us are looking for ways to conserve energy and cut back on our utility bills. For some this means taking up reading rather than watching TV or tooling around on the computer.
Even those of us who don’t have two nickels to rub together still want to come home to a house that is warm, inviting, and lovingly decorated.
When starting a new business, it’s important to have all your ducks in row. You’ve likely got a solid business plan penned, a lender on the hook, and a lot of ideas about how you want to proceed with getting your fledgling enterprise off the ground.
Tax deductions, or write-offs, could mean the difference between a healthy refund and paying money to the government. That’s why it’s important to be aware of any available deductions.
Have you ever wondered just what is in some of the foods you’re eating? Sure you can read the label, but with all the unpronounceable words to contend with (what the heck is monosodium glutamate anyway?) and the small problem of putting all those numbers into context (is 240 calories good or bad?) you may be scratching your head over what to make of the information.
It’s time once again to start making your list of New Year’s resolutions. And while “get in shape” is at the top of most people’s lists, you have likely also included “save money” (in one form or another) as a very close second. In fact, you’re not very liable to follow through with any of your resolutions, despite your good intentions (as you may recall from years past) unless you make some sort of change in your methodology.
You’ve created a brand for yourself now how do you market it?! Whether you’re a blogger or a small business person having a brand is very important. What’s more important is marketing your brand. Marketing helps people find you, know who you are and creates conversation and curiosity.
Being an island girl, I love me some coconuts. From Coconut Oil for my hair, Almond Joy & Mound when I’m craving a candy bar, to a Pina Colada when I’m in the mood for a drink, coconut makes everything better. A great snack dessert that I love to eat are Coconut Macaroons, and after trying Danny Macaroons, I must say I’ve probably found the best Macaroons in NYC