Give Me Back My Five Bucks

This time last year, who would have thought I’d be where I am today? 2011 wasn’t just about achieving or neglecting goals, it was really about change. I ended a 3.5 year long relationship. I bought a townhouse by myself. I met my boyfriend Nic. I quit my job to become a freelancer. I decided to move to Germany. Everything is so much different than it used to be, and while I’m so happy, it’s still a lot to digest. Even now. I think the biggest most glaring thing I see from this 2011 Goals recap below is that, while I … Continue reading →

I am really excited for 2012. My life has changed so much over the past 12 months, and I am really looking forward to the next 12 months because I think it’s going to be the most challenging year of my life. This is my opportunity for a brand new start. I have so much that I want to accomplish, and I know that if I work hard and put my mind to it, I can do it all – and maybe even surprise myself along the way. :) Financial Earn $70,000. As I embark on my journey as a … Continue reading →

Well, the third quarter of 2011 is over, and I can’t believe it. This year is going by so fast that it’s scary! I mentioned in both my Q1 and Q2 reviews, the goals I had made for myself in late 2010 have changed a lot now that I’ve become a homeowner, decided to get braces, took a ton of trips, and am now on my own. I’m continuing to work hard at my goals, and I think that reflects in the progress I’ve made so far. There’s still a lot to do, but I think I’m on track. My life is actually really good right … Continue reading →

The second quarter of 2011 is over, and that means 1/2 of 2011 has already passed us by. Crazy, eh? Like I mentioned in my Q1 review, the goals I had made for myself in late 2010 have changed a lot now that I’ve become a homeowner, decided to get braces, and am now on my own. I’m continuing to work hard at my goals, and I think that reflects in the progress I’ve made so far. There’s still a lot to do, but I feel like I’m on track. ON PACE! means that I’m on track to achieve the … Continue reading →

Well, after 161 days (or 5.5 months, 44% of the year), my Lunch Challenge has come to an end. If you’re new to this blog, I had challenged myself to go without buying coffee/snacks/lunch during the work week for the entire year. The only time I was able to break the rule was when I was traveling for work (and could expense the meal), or if I was given a gift card that I hadn’t purchased myself. I initially came up with the Lunch Challenge because I wanted to see how organized I could be. Lunch Challenge Fail A friend … Continue reading →