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Blog Every Day in May 24: My Worst Traits

Posted on May 24, 2013 by The Yuppie Files

Sadly, this was a lot easier then it should have been! I think we’re all hard on ourselves (at least I know women are. I don’t want to venture into men’s brains) & tend to focus on the bad versus the good. But it’s also beneficial to be aware of the bad so that maybe we can work on it or be conscious of the things that may drive others crazy.

1. I tend to be self-centered.

I’m an only child. There’s a large part of me that honestly can’t help it because for a lot of my life I really only had to think of myself. I never had to share toys with siblings. I never had to give up an activity because it interfered with a sibling’s. I wouldn’t say I’m selfish but I do tend to get wrapped up in my own little world. I honestly do not mean to but I do know it happens.

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Blog Every Day in May 23: Something School Won’t Teach You

Posted on May 23, 2013 by The Yuppie Files

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Something we’ve been noticing with our students is their inability to manage their time. Which got a few of us teachers thinking that we spend all our school years being given a list of things to do, when they’re due by, & are never taught how to actually make that happen without a lot of tears. I know I struggled through this until adulthood & even now have my breakdown moments when I’m completely overwhelmed.

So here are my basic tips for time management, whether you’re a student or an adult.

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Blog Every Day in May 22: Rant About Something

Posted on May 22, 2013 by The Yuppie Files

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As a teacher there is one phrase that cannot make you more mad & want to explode on a tirade of your profession to the poor suspecting soul who just thought they were making an innocent comment.

“At least you get summers off.”

I will explain to you why the next time you feel those words slipping out of your mouth, your reaction should be to shut it. For your own sake. Because you’re about to get an angry teacher rant & we are well practiced on how to lecture for hours!

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Blog Every Day in May 21: Favorite Archived Posts

Posted on May 21, 2013 by The Yuppie Files

I am no model & still feel awkward posing in front of the camera but love sharing some of my looks. Plus it’s always rewarding when you find one photo that actually looks good!

Style: Anna Karenina- One of my all time favorite looks I’ve ever worn & one of the fanciest.

Style: Day to Night- Love the idea of doing more “advice” fashion posts, like this one on transitioning one look from day to night.

Style: Polka & Blue- I just love this look & it makes me miss my old non-maternity wardrobe!

Nautical Stripes- My favorite maternity look so far!

I plan on continuing the Steal Her Style series once May is over. I have so much fun with it & just love some of the looks I’ve pulled together. Celebrities, bloggers, & other fashion icons offer so much inspiration & I love pulling more affordable pieces to achieve the same for us normal people!

Steal Her Style: Olivia Palermo

Steal Her Style: Grace Kelly

Steal Her Style: Sarah Vickers of Classy Girls Wear Pearls

Steal Her Style: Charlotte Gainsbourg

I love going on vacations & exploring new places, so these posts definitely bring back some happy memories! These are my favorite travel posts not only because of the trips themselves but how the posts came together in terms of photographs & travel advice.

Travels: Normandy

Travels: Paris Part 1/ Paris Part 2

An Egyptian Honeymoon Part 1/ Part 2/ Part 3

Visiting Portland, Maine

Travel to Charleston

Opening up about yourself to the internet is a little scary, but I think these posts have given readers a little more insight on who I am.

Pink or Blue? - Our baby gender reveal. I’m still in the midst of being excited to plan, so clearly still love these photos!

Live: Thirty- A flashback of my 20′s!

And here are posts on my wedding, 4 years of anniversaries, & my bachelorette (Disney World!).