+ the How-to on our NewPassportPhoto App Applying or renewing legal documents is an austere process, especially nowadays. Every application comes with its own set of rules, and if you can’t keep up, you’ll end up getting pulled over for an expired license because a trip to the DMV just seemed like a pain in the behind. Passport photos are bound to come up every few years, and honestly, you’d think it would be reasonably manageable. Still, the U.S State Department has other plans for you, and taking a passport photo is not exactly the smoothest process. But worry not, if you follow these rules, then it won’t seem like…
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Friends, can you believe we’re already two weeks into the new year? How? The last couple of weeks feel like they never even existed. Half the time, I was in a food coma…or passed out drunk. You probably were, too, so let’s not judge. While that was fun, it’s now time to snap back to reality and resume our rightful duties. Over the break, one of my dearest friends got engaged, yay! If I’m honest, the night is kind of blurry, but I do remember drunkenly opening a very expensive bottle of champagne to celebrate. My partner was not happy. What’s done is done, and now it’s time to (help)…
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Of all the things to think about when planning a wedding, a name change might be at the top of your list. In today’s modern world, it is more socially acceptable to change your name to whatever you want. When it comes to the final decision regarding changing your name, here are a few options to consider. Stick With The Name Your Mama Gave Ya You decide to stick with the name given to you at birth because of obvious reasons. Every person has an idea as to why they keep their name as is and there’s nothing wrong with that. By keeping your maiden name, you’ll save yourself the…
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Can you believe that the end of the decade is coming to an end in just a week? It’s surreal how quick this year passed by, and if you’re like me, you’re ecstatic to start a new year, a fresh slate, and new plans to change for the better. Forget resolutions! People create them out of sheer pressure, which results in never sticking to their goal. via GIPHY If the year has been a doozy for you, you’re not alone. Think of the year 2020 as a clean slate for you, another chance to start that business you’ve had in mind, participate in more activities, make a commitment to your…
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Ever been scrolling through Instagram or Facebook, and you see a friend’s post with the geotag, “IT’S MY BIRTHDAY.” Yikes. It doesn’t necessarily have to be a birthday. We get wrapped up in our busy lives, so we tend to forget birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, or any other promising event. We’ve all been there. Hell, maybe some of us are there right now. With Christmas right around the corner, it’s challenging to find some time to scour for presents. via GIPHY Worry not, for even last-minute presents can hold sentimental meaning. Here’s a list of gifts that you can always grab last minute that is a surefire way to delight your…
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Ah, the holidays. Oh, the holidays. Well, which one are you? If you say both, I get it. You believe that this time of year is all about spending time with family, reuniting with friends, eating long buffets of food, enjoying your vacation, and hoping your bank balance won’t show negative by the end of all the holiday shopping. Everyone has different views on how these last couple of months should be celebrated, but we all can agree on one thing: if there’s any way we can spend less money, we want to know about it. I mean, you spend the whole year saving up and earning this hard-earned money,…
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Here’s What You Need to Know It is finally wintertime and baby; it’s freakin’ cold outside! ‘Tis the season of spices, pumpkins, lattes, and hectic holiday shopping. Let’s not forget the Christmas decorating and family hosting. It’s no surprise that the last few months of the year are the reason your cortisol levels run off the charts. Now imagine doing all that plus planning a wedding. Yikes. Merely thinking about it makes my insides feel like jelly! But because of their fondness for the beautiful wintertime season, many people plan their wedding around the end of the year or the beginning of the new year. The air is crisp, the…
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For most working women (stay at home moms counts, too), it continuously feels like there’s never enough hours in the day to relax. It doesn’t matter whether you’re married, you have kids, you’re in school, or you have a 9 to 5 job; attempting to find time to reconcile with your girlfriends is challenging. I kid you not, every single day, the same thought will cross my mind: you haven’t seen your friends in forever, you’re a horrible human being. And it’s true; I am horrible for not managing to get together with some of my closest friends just because my working mom life sucks any energy out of me. …
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With November coming to an end, it’s safe to say the overwhelming feeling of high expectations has officially begun. Undoubtedly, the holiday season is the most fabulous time of the year, even though my house becomes Stress Station. If I’m honest, with all the stress blending in with the cinnamon-scented wintry air, it becomes too difficult being appreciative. Now, if you open any book about changing your life or listen to any podcasts, they’re all going to tell you the same thing. Being grateful has been scientifically proven to improve your health, your well-being, and even your success rate. via GIPHY Two psychologists from the University of Miami conducted a…
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Ah, Autumn. Undeniably, one of the most aromatic seasons we have. The cafes filled with the scent of cinnamon, cloves, maple syrup, and pumpkin spices. Couples walk hand in hand in their fall sweaters and knitted scarves, inhaling the dewy petrichor in the air. It’s a time for the outdoors but also an excellent time to take comfort inside your home. More specifically, the kitchen. Yes, friends, it’s time for some comfort food, because as the weather gets colder, our bellies get bigger. Or is that just me and my impulsive seasonal eating? You know what, it doesn’t matter because we’ve got the most helpful list of desserts that will…
