Now in the third trimester of my second pregnancy, I’ve made enough maternity fashion mistakes to confidently give you the skinny (er, plumpie?) on how to buy dresses for comfort and cuteness as your bump grows. To illustrate each point, I’ve partnered with my… [Read More]
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Cuddling Live Penguins in Dubai?! I Promise This is Real!
“Why aren’t you kissing the penguin?” asked the trainer. “Go on, put your lips on the penguin’s head!” I drew closer, puckering my lips, but hovering a centimeter from the downy feathers. “Are you scared?” asked the trainer. “I’m pregnant!” I replied. “I know… [Read More]
Why I Traveled to Dubai, 5 Months Pregnant and Alone!
Just because you are married, have children, or are pregnant, it does not mean you must give up your passions… even if one of those passions is traveling alone! In a wild incarnation of this anthem, I’ve just returned from a solo 9-day trip… [Read More]
Bangkok to Rome, Via Dubai!
I have just woken up in a drafty high-ceilinged room in Rome, surrounded by five fifteen year old Italian boys and one sweet college lad from Hong Kong named Himmy. Did you know that “Mixed Gender Hostel Dorm” actually means, “Lots-a Boys”? The Italian… [Read More]
