It was a bit quiet on the blog this week because I had the big web conference for my contracted work. I have a bit more next week but in general, it’s over and I can get back to being Blogger Allie. Well, not quite. I am writing two proposals to companies for a bit… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #8
I’m writing this from the front porch of a house in Lewes, Delaware. I’m on a long weekend getaway with three dear friends. Yesterday I had to put in a few hours for the contract I am on, this morning I’m finishing up this post and the one for Monday so I can completely unplug… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #7
Taking my daughter to school is the best part of my day. It’s something I never was able to do until I quit my job and something I didn’t even think would be so special for me and for her. I get home from the gym and have about 20 minutes until we have to… Continue Reading Life After Quitting: Mid-Year Review
I mentioned in a previous Weekend Reads how I am working on a contract associated with my old job. It’s been a blast working with old coworkers and on a project that addresses such an important topic. However, it’s crazy to spend five hours writing about capsule wardrobes and then switch gears and edit a… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #6
The end of the school year is coming, which means lots of activities, permission slips, and scheduling for school and activities. Yesterday Emerson had some event at school where she was a dance captain; parents weren’t able to watch but from the moves she kept practicing to Beat It, it looked like a giant flash… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #5
A few weeks ago I started an anonymous survey to gather feedback on Wardrobe Oxygen. This data helps me understand what you, the dedicated readers of Wardrobe Oxygen like, dislike, and desire from this site. I do a survey like this almost every year and the responses really help me understand you and better tailor… Continue Reading 2018 Reader Survey Results
I’m writing this in advance because as this goes live I will be at a sleepover at the National Aquarium in Baltimore with my daughter’s Girl Scout troop. Yep, your girl Allie sleeps with the fishes! And I’m doing that instead of watching the Royal Wedding. While I’m not the type to be drinking tea in… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #4
In 1727 Benjamin Franklin created The Junto, also known as The Leather Apron Club. The members of the Junto were drawn from diverse occupations and backgrounds, but they all shared a spirit of inquiry and a desire to improve themselves, their community, and to help others. The goal of the club was mutual improvement. My… Continue Reading Be the Change: Diversity in Blogging and the Washingtonian I’m Not a Tourist Campaign
This week was a wild one, which explains the reduced number of blog posts. Saturday was Emerson’s school’s spring fair which included a talent show. Emerson performed, singing the song “Stay” (we changed rum and cola to Coca Cola). Right after we headed to our friend’s baby shower. Sunday I met ump with eight friends from… Continue Reading Weekend Reads #3