Did you know mailchimp creates video content like doc-series and short stories? Yes! I had no idea either! I've been creating online content since 2011. The first and only company I've used for my newsletters are MailChimp. Now as I am in this season of revamping the blog I've been reading through their resources. That's when I stumbled upon all of the shows. I think my … [Read more...]
I Did The Chloe Ting 2 Week Shred Challenge
During quarantine, I decided to up my fitness game. I was in the midst of a 21 Day Challenge from IG fitness guru Angoswede and wanting to lower my body fat percentage. I was doing well up until the middle of July. In January I was 172lbs which is the heaviest, I've ever been. By the end of the challenge the weight went down to 158 and by July down to 154. But my Birthday came … [Read more...]
How To Become A Diplomat
I recently published a video on the five ways to consider if you want to be come a diplomat, also known as, a Foreign Service Officer, in the United States. The Five Paths Discussed Are: United States Department of StateUnited States Agency of International DevelopmentUnited States Department of AgricultureThe Rangel FellowshipThe Pickering Fellowship … [Read more...]
Covid-19 Quarantine Life
How are you all doing? We are living through unprecedented times. But will make it through. I must admit my previous life as an expat and Peace Corps Volunteer has prepared me for these endless days of quarantine. You see, when you move abroad away from familiarity, family, and friends, you end up spending a lot of time alone, until you find your tribe. Spend this … [Read more...]
OKI Bowl Georgetown D.C.
Have you ever tasted ramen in Tokyo, Japan? No? Me neither. To compensate for the lack of having a plane ticket to Japan, I decided to visit OKI Bowl in Georgetown, D.C. Washington D.C., if not know as a foodie's paradise. However, if you want to teleport (factitiously) to another country for a few hours and try highly rated local eats, there are a few culinary staples to … [Read more...]
Financial Peace University Review #1
I've decided to share my journey through the Financial Peace University classes. I think I will record videos too with my review. Today was the first day and it was pretty interesting. Our classes are held at a local church. The start of the semester coincided with the pastor's month-long message on money or "Rendering what is GOD's. We had two instructors and there were … [Read more...]
5 Tips for better Self-Care at work
I need to slow down...and practice better self-care at work. Last Thursday I burned my leg really badly at work. "How on earth did you manage that girl?!!" Well, It was a day when I had to be in the office super early, at 6 am, and I guess I was moving too fast? Even though I gave myself enough time to get ready. And by ready I mean all of my materials were prepared for my … [Read more...]
Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
When is the last time you decided you were stepping out of your comfort zone? Yea, maybe two months ago in January, right? Probably around New Year's? Yea, me too. I've been thinking about signing up for acting or improv classes for the past year. But never made the commitment. Why? Laziness probably. Or that's what I tell people. Really, it was all fear. Why I had … [Read more...]
How I Filofax My Life
Filofax beauty! Mine is actually the Marble version though :) I'm am trying to get it together on the productivity front in 2019. I purchased a Filofax and my friend gifted me with an Ink & Volt planner. YouTube has been really helpful with tips on getting my planner life together. But it has also been my biggest distraction! With so many methods, tips, and suggestions, … [Read more...]
Notes From The Field #2
*Notes From The Field are weekly blog summaries of life in Botswana as a Peace Corps Volunteer. They are written and published on Sundays. Notes from the field #2 Monday- August 31st, 2015 What is it about Monday's? At the beginning of the week shouldn't your productivity level be at an all time high? This morning started with the normal routine. However … [Read more...]