After many, many weeks post-wedding, I am finally sharing some of my favorite photographs capturing memories from our small wedding at The River Cafe under the Brooklyn Bridge. In this post, I also detail my journey in search for a budget-friendly local New York City (wedding) photographer. I reflect on my experience meeting with and later being photographed by Shelby Phillips on my big day. The end result has been a beautiful collection of photographs that my husband and I will treasure for the years to come. Thank you, Shelby.
Read moreNew Year's Resolutions for College-Bound Students: 19 Ideas
To start off this year, I am sharing 19 ideas (in honor of 2019!) for “New Year’s resolutions” for college-bound students. Even if college is not on your radar at the moment, you may still find these ideas to be relevant to you. Likewise, if you are already in college, it does not hurt to skim through the list and see what you are doing already and what you might want to consider as a goal…
Read moreThe Making of a Great First Impression: Power of the Professional Headshot
First impressions are powerful and they are inevitable. The first few seconds of an encounter with someone is all that person needs to have a snapshot of you in their mind--of your physical characteristics, your mannerism, your attitude, and even your potential. Nowadays, social media and online networking have taken first impressions into the digital realm. Here I share my professional headshot experience with the talented Hector Pachas…
Read moreStudent Life in New York City: First Week of September
Day 1 - Saturday: I have breakfast at home consisting of nutella toast and miscellaneous spreads. Early in the morning, I made a grocery run to a market a couple of blocks down and bought fresh flowers for the first time (5 stems for $5.99); I figured I would treat myself and decorate the apartment a bit since I have guests over! The grocery bill totals $36.94 for 12 items…
Read moreMy Weekly Spending: Introducing My Vision Behind a New “Money Series”
I was first introduced to the concept of a “money diary” or “tracking your expenses” by Manisha Thakor, a Wellesley alum whose book opened my eyes up to the world of personal finance. Fast forward four years. I secure my first job, allowing me to support myself financially as a 22-year old. It is now year 2018 and there is no shortage of personal finance advice on the internet. This post marks the beginning of my “diary” relating to my finances as a 28-year old…
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