Category Archive: Lifestyle

7 Reasons to Buy a Puffy Mattress

Last year, I finally decided to up my sleeping game and invest in a quality new mattress. After hours of online research, I decided I wanted to go with one of those “mattresses… Continue reading

A Mini Update via Tracy’s New York Life

I can’t believe it’s been five months since NYC kicked my ass out. One on hand, I think ,”So much time has passed, because it seems like I’ve done so much since then.”… Continue reading

Using the NYC Subway

I remember riding the NYC subway for the first time six years ago. After taking a cab five blocks to the station… because I wasn’t exactly sure where the station was… I got… Continue reading

How to Sculpt Feminine Curves

Can I brag for a sec? After years of battling with the weight gain issues of fibromyalgia (inflammation and water weight can kiss my ass), something crazy happened this year. I’ve lost almost… Continue reading

Friends Every New Yorker (and non-New Yorker) Needs

If there’s one thing I’ve learned over the past six years living in New York City, it’s that friends are everything. I’m lucky enough to have parents who will always be there to… Continue reading

Promoting Yourself in NYC

New York City is home to an overwhelming number of entrepreneurs, freelancers and artists. *Proudly raises hand.* And with that, comes the tedious yet necessary need for marketing and promoting your brand. After… Continue reading

The Most Frustrating Things about Living in NYC

New York City. It’s fabulous, exciting, full of opportunities, and there’s never a dull moment. But it’s not all rainbows and sunshine – if anything, it’s more like “stress, anxiety, and hot garbage… Continue reading

How to Stock the Perfect Mini Bar

One of the brands on my current writing roster is Flat 54 – a UK-based website dedicated to design and decor for small spaces. Having lived in London for several years before moving… Continue reading

Hokule’a and the Malama Honua Worldwide Voyage Visits NYC

For the first time in history, Hokule’a (a traditional Polynesian double-hulled canoe) has docked in New York City during its Malama Honua Worldwide Voyage. Founded in the 1970s, Hokule’a and the Polynesian Voyaging… Continue reading

5 Podcasts Everyone Should Be Listening To

I don’t understand how anyone could NOT be listening to podcasts nowadays. Hello?! It’s the ultimate source of inspiration, motivation, personal development, and education – fuh FREE. And trust me… if you’re someone… Continue reading