Lifestyle
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4 Tricks to Learning a New Language
One of the reasons that my husband and I wanted to move abroad was learning new languages. Learning a new language, you learn a lot about another culture. You leave your comfort bubble and open your mind to new people and ways around life. By learning, you exercise your brain, and like exercise, the trick to learning a new language is consistency. Today, I just turned my first language journal for a graduate class that I am taking. Yes, I am back in school. I am a lifelong learner, and classes keep me accountable to stay focused and disciplined in my education and learning. I have a habit of starting projects and not…
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Why Not Travel to Colombia?
It was as if I had declared my intention to walk through Times Square in 1975 alone and unarmed. “Colombia? Why?” was the response almost every single time I shared the holiday travel plans I had with my husband. And my response in turn? A defiant “Why not?” of course. In truth, situations came together that gave us the option to fly off somewhere for a week, including that my daughter would be spending the break with her father and his family in Florida. We only had a week to travel, so our bucket list spots that would require longer (meaning a day or more each way spent in transit…
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Marriott Comes to the Balkans – Rewards Card is Worth it!
Before leaving the Unites States, some wise friends of ours recommended us to apply for the Marriott Rewards® Premier Credit Card. We were already Marriott Rewards members, but the credit card takes it to the next level. Initially, we experienced a bit of sticker shock, but trust us: The $0 Intro Annual Fee for the first year, then $85 annual fee is well worth it. The Marriott Rewards Premier card has quite a few perks to recommend it. First off, the signup bonus. Earn 50,000 Points after spending $1,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. It has a great rewards rate of 5 points per $1…
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How My Life Changed in a Year
This year has gone by in the quickest of flashes. Each successive day seems to differ just slightly from the last. When a year’s worth of those days has passed, I find myself in an entirely new place from when I began. While the past must stay in the past – as dwelling will do no good – I think that reflection is an important component of personal growth. Looking back at a period of time all at once, like a snapshot, allows me to see what I’ve accomplished and how I’ve grown – spiritually, physically, emotionally and more. Reflection can be done at any time – and can focus…
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Holiday 2014 Real Posh Gift Guide
‘Tis the season for shopping and giving. We’ve rounded up some of the most-wanted gifts for the holidays! There are so many great things out this year for your family and friends. Here are some great gifts ideas for everyone on your list!Top left: Corningware® French White®III 2.5-Qt Oval Casserole W/ Quiet Close Glass Cover Top middle: ASCASO Dream espresso and coffee machine Top right: Pyrex® Easy Grab® 3-Qt (9” X 13”) Oblong Baking Dish W/ Red Plastic Lid Middle left: Anthropologie Limited EditionGolden Monogram Mug Middle right: Williams-Sonoma Peppermint Bark Bottom left: Neiman Marcus S’Mores Kit Bottom middle: KeepCup Brew Limited Edition Cork Bottom right: Phrase Cheese BoardTop left: Dawn Levy Natashia Coat Top…
