As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we s As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we should call ourselves?!) I haven't ever really experienced a winter season. I've enjoyed winter many times while in many different cities including, Edinburgh, London, NYC, and Boston. But I've never lived in winter day in and day out. After a week it was always time to fly home to my palm trees and theme parks. This winter is the first time that I am experiencing cold temperatures daily and often experiencing grey skies. It's only been about two weeks and I have to admit that it is a huge adjustment. But I am doing my best to embrace the season and stay as cozy as possible. I am used to being outside as often as possible in winter while hibernating with the A/C running all summer. So I guess now I will be reversing those habits and bundling up until spring gets here.
For my birthday I wanted one thing and one thing o For my birthday I wanted one thing and one thing only, @hipcityveg. Although I still miss all my favorite Orlando foodie places, I am so excited to finally be so close to a Hip City Veg location. It's my all-time favorite plant-based restaurant and I have been craving this vegan milkshake for months! If you haven't been yet and you are in DC or Philadelphia, go right now!
I'm currently reflecting on a very wild year. This I'm currently reflecting on a very wild year. This last trip around the sun was during a very difficult time in our world but I can't personally complain much about the last 365 days. I thought I would be taking over as the lead on a contract at a Disney hotel as their main wedding photographer. I had been photographing weddings there for years but covid had other plans. Instead, I watched as the entire world shut down around me, only for the hotel to reopen as a part of the NBA bubble. So I decided to jump headfirst into running a product-based business. It's something I wanted to do for years and yet I could never quite seem to muster up the nerve to fully go after that dream. I launched my first collection of candles, sold out in days, and things have been steadily growing since then for @kismetandcharisma. After finally going after my dream of switching from service-based to product-based, I co-founded a nonprofit. This has been a dream of mine since I was a little girl and the stars finally aligned to bring it to light. Along with my best friend, Anna, I co-founded @LoveDoesntHurtInc. It has already healed me in ways I never thought possible and I can't wait to see what our nonprofit does for other people. I also consistently recorded @heartandhustlepodcast all year alongside my ride or die, @studio404design. Outside of work, I adopted the sweetest little pup ever as a present for my husband's quarantine birthday (best present ever). I didn't finish writing my own book but I managed to read quite a few other books. I battled anxiety as usual but I managed to learn when to turn the news off and FaceTime a friend instead of continuing to doomscroll. I also convinced my husband to leave OCPS to work for a school district that would like to keep him alive during the pandemic, which resulted in us relocating to the DC area. Here's hoping that this trip around the sun is filled with the same amount of professional success but WAY more hugs.
Lately, I have been getting acquainted with some o Lately, I have been getting acquainted with some of the local coffee shops in DC and NOVA. You would never know that I don't like coffee by how often I am spending money in coffee shops. I do, however, love just about every tea I come across. Earthy, fruity, sweet, bitter, it doesn't matter. I love them all. Any other tea lovers out there? Do you like coffee and tea or just one or the other?
This year is off to a wild start. I literally star This year is off to a wild start. I literally started the New Year on the road, driving somewhere just south of Raleigh. We slept in Raleigh for a few hours and then finished the drive to our new home in the DMV. We have been here just over a week now which feels pretty hard to believe. In some ways, it feels shorter and in others, it feels much longer. I don't feel at home yet but yesterday was a beautiful day and definitely the best one that I have had since we moved here. It definitely has me feeling hopeful. I know that this year won't magically be better than last year but I am going to be doing everything I can to make it a better year for myself and everyone I know.
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Saying goodbye to Christmas and Orlando at the sam Saying goodbye to Christmas and Orlando at the same time is going to be incredibly difficult! 💔
Merry Christmas from our favorite little polar bea Merry Christmas from our favorite little polar bear. 🤍🎄
Merry Christmas! I hope your day is filled with jo Merry Christmas! I hope your day is filled with joy and laughter. 🎄☃️🕯
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Health + Wellness · March 21, 2020

1o Things To Do While You Are Physical Distancing

By this point I’m sure you have heard of social distancing. It’s a buzzword that’s showing up all over the internet. I want to stress the importance of staying connected socially during this time while keeping physically distant so I’ve been using the term physical distancing. (I also want to stress to my boomer mom to actually physically stay away from people). Here are 10 ways I am spending my time while physical distancing.

Establish a routine.

I work from home almost every day. It can be challenging at first but having a routine certainly helps. Try your best to wake up and go to bed at the same time every single day. Work out consistently, shower and stay consistent in your self-care, and keep your home clean. To make sure you have a well thought out routine, sit down with a pen and a piece of paper and write out a routine that is both attainable and productive. Then put it somewhere you can see it daily and reference it when you need to.

Check in with friends and family.

Just because we can’t see people in person at the moment, doesn’t mean we can’t keep lines of communication open! From texting to phone calls to FaceTime, staying in contact with loved ones is easier now more than ever. If you haven’t caught up with certain friends or family members in awhile, now is the perfect time for a FaceTime chat. Send out encouraging texts to friends who are isolating alone. Have daily check ins with friends who are good at keeping you accountable with your goals. Also, don’t forget to send thank you texts or make thank you calls to any friends or family that are currently working in essential roles (i.e. hospital workers, grocery store workers, etc.)

Send some snail mail.

Kick it old school and send someone snail mail! If you are like me, you have quite a few cards laying around that are ready to put a smile on someone’s face. If you don’t, this is a great time to support a small business and order some stationary. Even an old school letter would do! There’s something special about getting something personal in your mailbox. Especially in these uncertain times, a bit of kindness in the mail can really brighten someone’s day.

Host a Netflix party.

I haven’t done this yet but I can’t wait to! I’m an AMC A-List Member and watching movies with friends is one of my favorite past times. I live about thirteen minutes from the AMC theatre at Disney Springs and I usually find myself enjoying a movie with John and friends about once a week. I love being afraid together, laughing together, and crying together while watching films. I can’t wait to host a Netflix party and watch some great movies with friends.

Try a new workout.

So many businesses are offering free online classes right now. From local gyms to Beachbody.com, there are lots of great options if you want to try something new while you are spending time at home. Also, don’t count out simple options like YouTube or Instagram. There are so many great, free options for workouts on those platforms. Some of my favorites are Brittne Jackson, Whitney Simmons, and Kearia LaShae.

Cook something new.

I’ll be honest…I don’t cook often. John handles most of the day to day cooking because I can’t cook unless I’m completely relaxed. Cooking within certain time restraints makes me feel stressed. Now that our daily schedule is less hectic than usual, I find myself wanting to cook more often. I don’t feel rushed and I feel like I have the time to actually be creative in the kitchen. I can’t wait to try out some new dishes that I have been wanting to make and I hope to carry this habit with me even after we go back to our regular schedule.

Read a book.

A book can take you anywhere at any time. It’s my favorite form of escapism and a great way to relax and learn at the same time. The best part is that many libraries around the country are still offering delivery in addition to the ability to rent e-books. Audible is also currently offering many free titles if you prefer audiobooks. This is also a great time to support independent bookstores in your local area that are still delivering.

Enjoy nature.

This can be a tricky one depending on where you live. In some areas, there isn’t a lot of green space outside and heading outdoors may mean risking coming into close contact with other people. In these cases it would probably be best to open your windows, enjoy the fresh air, and get a few plants to enjoy. If you are able to get outside, take a walk every day and enjoy the benefits of connecting with nature. Just be sure to say at least six feet away from anyone else who is also enjoying the outdoors.

Learn the basics of another language.

So many of us have been saying we are going to learn another language for years. However, it may seem like you never have the time between your commute, meetings, and other daily responsibilities. With a lot more time on your hands, it might be the perfect time to get serious about learning another language. Even just a consistent 30 minutes a day can make a massive difference when trying to learn a new language.

Take your self-care to the next level.

There’s a lot of uncertainty going on right now. Self-care is always important but with the current news cycle and being stuck at home, it’s even more important. Whether it’s a morning meditation session, a mid-day yoga break, a face mask, or a dance party, you should fit as much self-care into your life as you possibly can right now.

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As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we s As a born and raised Orlandoean (is that what we should call ourselves?!) I haven't ever really experienced a winter season. I've enjoyed winter many times while in many different cities including, Edinburgh, London, NYC, and Boston. But I've never lived in winter day in and day out. After a week it was always time to fly home to my palm trees and theme parks. This winter is the first time that I am experiencing cold temperatures daily and often experiencing grey skies. It's only been about two weeks and I have to admit that it is a huge adjustment. But I am doing my best to embrace the season and stay as cozy as possible. I am used to being outside as often as possible in winter while hibernating with the A/C running all summer. So I guess now I will be reversing those habits and bundling up until spring gets here.
For my birthday I wanted one thing and one thing o For my birthday I wanted one thing and one thing only, @hipcityveg. Although I still miss all my favorite Orlando foodie places, I am so excited to finally be so close to a Hip City Veg location. It's my all-time favorite plant-based restaurant and I have been craving this vegan milkshake for months! If you haven't been yet and you are in DC or Philadelphia, go right now!
I'm currently reflecting on a very wild year. This I'm currently reflecting on a very wild year. This last trip around the sun was during a very difficult time in our world but I can't personally complain much about the last 365 days. I thought I would be taking over as the lead on a contract at a Disney hotel as their main wedding photographer. I had been photographing weddings there for years but covid had other plans. Instead, I watched as the entire world shut down around me, only for the hotel to reopen as a part of the NBA bubble. So I decided to jump headfirst into running a product-based business. It's something I wanted to do for years and yet I could never quite seem to muster up the nerve to fully go after that dream. I launched my first collection of candles, sold out in days, and things have been steadily growing since then for @kismetandcharisma. After finally going after my dream of switching from service-based to product-based, I co-founded a nonprofit. This has been a dream of mine since I was a little girl and the stars finally aligned to bring it to light. Along with my best friend, Anna, I co-founded @LoveDoesntHurtInc. It has already healed me in ways I never thought possible and I can't wait to see what our nonprofit does for other people. I also consistently recorded @heartandhustlepodcast all year alongside my ride or die, @studio404design. Outside of work, I adopted the sweetest little pup ever as a present for my husband's quarantine birthday (best present ever). I didn't finish writing my own book but I managed to read quite a few other books. I battled anxiety as usual but I managed to learn when to turn the news off and FaceTime a friend instead of continuing to doomscroll. I also convinced my husband to leave OCPS to work for a school district that would like to keep him alive during the pandemic, which resulted in us relocating to the DC area. Here's hoping that this trip around the sun is filled with the same amount of professional success but WAY more hugs.
Lately, I have been getting acquainted with some o Lately, I have been getting acquainted with some of the local coffee shops in DC and NOVA. You would never know that I don't like coffee by how often I am spending money in coffee shops. I do, however, love just about every tea I come across. Earthy, fruity, sweet, bitter, it doesn't matter. I love them all. Any other tea lovers out there? Do you like coffee and tea or just one or the other?
This year is off to a wild start. I literally star This year is off to a wild start. I literally started the New Year on the road, driving somewhere just south of Raleigh. We slept in Raleigh for a few hours and then finished the drive to our new home in the DMV. We have been here just over a week now which feels pretty hard to believe. In some ways, it feels shorter and in others, it feels much longer. I don't feel at home yet but yesterday was a beautiful day and definitely the best one that I have had since we moved here. It definitely has me feeling hopeful. I know that this year won't magically be better than last year but I am going to be doing everything I can to make it a better year for myself and everyone I know.
Instagram post 18186913066037488 Instagram post 18186913066037488
Saying goodbye to Christmas and Orlando at the sam Saying goodbye to Christmas and Orlando at the same time is going to be incredibly difficult! 💔
Merry Christmas from our favorite little polar bea Merry Christmas from our favorite little polar bear. 🤍🎄
Merry Christmas! I hope your day is filled with jo Merry Christmas! I hope your day is filled with joy and laughter. 🎄☃️🕯
One of my favorite things to do during the holiday One of my favorite things to do during the holiday season is visit NYC. I usually love to go around Thanksgiving or the first week of December. I'm really missing it this year but it's exciting to know that next year around this time I will be a short drive away from NYC.

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