Right now, I’m at something like a 75% level of having my shit together. While that isn’t bad, it sure isn’t relaxing. I am exhausted. I am procrastinating about everything. My apartment is a mess. I never cook anymore. Setting a budget gives me the heebie-jeebies. Work is crazy. I am running on coffee. And to top it all off, it’s super … Keep reading…
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Cardigans and shift dresses may or may not have saved my day. Cardigans and shift dresses and my amazing boyfriend and adorable pets and glorious, glorious coffee… But we’ll focus on cardigans and shift dresses. In case you didn’t see on Instagram, I was really, really awake this morning… and then really, really tired. Lance made the espresso– thanks again, handsome, for … Keep reading…
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Here’s the deal: I’m sleepy. I need more coffee than ever. I’m still becoming acquainted with my new job, my new schedule, all while trying to be the best writer I can be– and look classtastic. I’m perpetually tethered to my planner, my notebook, Thesaurus.com and an AP Styleguide. I’m attempting to become a morning person, and it is tricky, plain and … Keep reading…
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As I continue learning about my new job, I’ve realized there are more perks to a 9-to-5 than I’d initially imagined; since I always guessed I’d be at a typical newspaper, I was (sort of) prepared for terrible hours and a constant state of moving. That isn’t so with my sweet new job. Instead, I have consistency. An in-office coffee maker. Insurance options. Vacation … Keep reading…
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