Tracy’s New York Life
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One of my favorite parts about music is how certain songs can evoke distinct memories and emotions. Even if you’re feeling homesick for a certain place, listening to music can make you feel as if you’re there. If you’re in the mood for an “Empire State of Mind,” check out one of my past articles…
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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.” On the other hand, it’s more like… “Uh, five months isn’t that long.” I’m not gonna lie – the past couple of…
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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 out at the intersection of 86th and Lexington, and went into the nearest entrance. Although I wanted to get to Midtown, I…
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Almost everything is expensive in New York City – rent, taxes, cab rides, Broadway shows, etc. But when it comes to culture and learning, the city is basically filled with freebies (and knowledge is priceless, right?). If you’re looking to take up a new hobby, learn a new skill, or add something different to your…
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Can I vent for a moment? I just got wind that one of my favorite childhood movies, Anastasia, is coming to Broadway. Believe me when I say, I memorized every line in that movie, I learned every song on the piano, and I literally reenacted every scene with my freakin’ Barbie dolls. I even spent…
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Just when we think spring is just around the corner, the suburbs of Bellevue, Washington gets a random snow day, and ten inches of ice gets dumped on NYC. Personally, I love snow days – it’s a perk of working from home. And if anything, I think winter fashion is actually more fierce than the…
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Last month, my friend Bekki flew in from Florida to visit for a couple days during the election. After the new president-elect was chosen, New York City seemed more depressed than I’ve ever seen it in the past six years. But rather than looking as if someone had just kicked our puppy, Beks and I…
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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 support me when I fall down and bruise my ass – both, literally and metaphorically – but if it weren’t for my…
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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 almost six years of trying to make it in NYC, I’ve learned some awesome tips regarding self-promotion, marketing and networking, which you…
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Blah, shame on me. With my life being turned on its ass lately and using all my time trying to stay afloat, I haven’t had the opportunity to do much blogging with Halela & 5th. But if you really miss me, you’re more than welcome to follow my writing at places like Tracy’s New York…
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