Dressing for the office has always made me feel a little oppressed. Before taking my first job after college, I had this notion that I couldn't wear bright colors, loud patterns, or fun shoes to work ever again. It's taken awhile to refine my 8-5 style, but I'm feeling on point lately and I'm loving … Continue reading Dressing Stylish in the Office: 3 Summer Must Haves
Are the Mayan Ruins Really Worth the Hype?: My Trip to Altun Ha
In all honesty, my "bucket list" is pretty eclectic. It ranges from being chosen as an assistant in a magic show, to visiting the Shire in New Zealand. And while my bucket list changes from year to year, there are a few items that have never been booted off or shuffled down. Ever since World … Continue reading Are the Mayan Ruins Really Worth the Hype?: My Trip to Altun Ha
Adventuring in Cozumel, Mexico: Reef Snorkeling and Jungle Zip Lining
Loud frat boys, Ron Jon's, ridiculous drinks, and commercialism at its finest- is that a pretty accurate description of what you imagine when you hear Cozumel, Mexico? Me too, well at least that was my perception when I notice it listed on our cruise itinerary last year. So I'll let you decide for yourself, and … Continue reading Adventuring in Cozumel, Mexico: Reef Snorkeling and Jungle Zip Lining
3 Things to Know Before Submitting Your College Essay This Summer
A quick read to make your college essay stand out.
Bronzed and Glowing Skin: June Beauty Favorites
I want my skin to be at its' best in the summer. With the temperature being so high, even the best setting spray can't save you from melting. So I try to get my skin as bronzed and glowing as possible so I can wear just a touch of makeup to look dewy and fresh. … Continue reading Bronzed and Glowing Skin: June Beauty Favorites
The Best of Alpine Helen: Georgia’s Hidden European Village
This article highlights the "Best of" Alpine Helen, Georgia. A hidden European village in the foothills of Georgia.
How to Edit and Proof Your Own Writing
Proofing and editing my own writing is a daily practice and necessity for me. I write for a living, but writing also happens to be my personal passion as well. Through trial by fire, and a fair amount of research, I have refined a self-editing and proofing process that will make your content more captivating … Continue reading How to Edit and Proof Your Own Writing
The Best of: The Carnival Sunshine
Hello lovelies! Welcome to the very first installment of the "Best of:" series on Southern Dreaming. The month of May and into the first half of June has been nonstop travel for me, so now that I am finally planted back home for a while, I am ready to begin sharing the "Best of" everything … Continue reading The Best of: The Carnival Sunshine
A Girl’s Guide to Traveling Solo
Traveling alone isn't always easy. So here is a crash course in traveling solo.
Turning Your Cubicle into a Zen Paradise
We came back from our second anniversary trip to South America almost a month ago, and reality hasn't been kind. My mind and body had completely embraced our long, salty, lackadaisical days aboard the cruise ship and returning to the walls of my cubicle, the florescence of my office, and the demands of work have … Continue reading Turning Your Cubicle into a Zen Paradise