I love traveling by foot and exploring places in a casual, anonymous manner. The older I get, the more I gravitate towards the less-traversed paths, the locales tucked away in hidden corners away from busy traffic, and the vintage storefronts that are unassuming, yet possibly rich in stories. I've visited New York City as a tourist several times in the past and have always taken something away from the experience. However, I never quite fell in love with this "city that never sleeps" until recently…
Read moreThe Importance of Getting Everything in Writing
Today, I’m sharing an essay written by my friend Penny, who describes an experience that most adults have faced at some point in their life. I cannot stress the importance of documentation, from holding on to receipts at restaurants and the tailor, to writing up a lease document (however informal) for a sublet, to describing the scenario surrounding a theft. Since graduating from college (where my life was very sheltered)…
Read moreNo-Show Socks for Wearers of Flats and Heels
I’ve never been much of a socks person. In the fall and winter months, my fiancé Max would regularly call to attention the fact that it made no sense for me to bundle up my entire body but leave the top of my foot naked against the wind. In my defense, I don’t commute in open flats…
Read moreEtiquette Matters: How to Properly Request a Letter of Recommendation
The end of August is nearing, which means it is back-to-school season. While most students are relishing their last days of summer---squeezing in that last fun trip, or meeting with friends in their hometown---I am trying to find quiet time to finish up my last set of recommendation letters for college. I have written over a hundred reference/recommendation letters for my students…
Read moreWhy I Pay for (Almost) Everything with a Credit Card (which is Different from a Debit Card)
Nowadays, I rarely carry cash on me, and on the few occasions when I do, it is usually only about $10. I don’t like having cash. Not only is it dirty, but it also takes up a lot of space. What’s more, if you lose it, the money is gone forever…
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