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Danielle Abroad
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A NOURISHING GLIMPSE AT MY JOURNEY THROUGH LIFE AND AROUND THE WORLD
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Act Your Age
Today, I... wrote a freelance article, filed my taxes, cleaned the bathroom, fact-checked, a lot, and made myself dinner. I also took a break to play Just... Read more
Posted on 27 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Pinterested, Are We?
For Christmas this past year, I received something I'd been hoping for for quite a while, an invitation to Pinterest. Since then, I've become nothing short of... Read more
Posted on 26 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION -
Pizza, the Vegetable
Last November, Congress called pizza a vegetable. Or did they? As a Washington Post blogger explained, the debate was actually about how much tomato paste... Read more
Posted on 25 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Fifty Surprises
I've been having oatmeal 80% of all mornings in the past four years. That's a lot of oatmeal. Lately, I've been enjoying rolled oats, cooked in water with a... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Like a New Yorker
I think I'd call myself a New Yorker. I mean, I was born in the state, and this is the city I know best. But I wouldn't say I'm rude or pretentious about it. Read more
Posted on 22 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Getting to Know You
Happy Thursday, dears. Today's post is going to be a little different. In the summer of 2008, I revealed a couple of my little known quirks (here and here),... Read more
Posted on 19 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Le Colonial
I live my life simply: "eat well, travel often." Simply enough, at least :) since those two past times are related. I don't travel to visit a place I've never... Read more
Posted on 17 January 2012 DIARIES, TRAVEL -
Sunday Brunch
It was a beautiful day last Sunday. I woke up naturally at 9 , took a stroll through the farmers market, made myself a slice of toast with almond butter for a... Read more
Posted on 12 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
the Grand Grand Canyon
I had my first hot toddy tonight. This cold weather cocktail (originating in Northern England) is traditionally prepared with a mixture of whiskey, boiling... Read more
Posted on 10 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Proof That Beer is Healthy
It's no surprise that I love wine. I was conditioned to, having studied in notable wine countries like Chile and France, and continue to explore my refined... Read more
Posted on 09 January 2012 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK -
Beyond Wild on
Does anyone remember "Wild On," a travel show that was on E! from the late 90's (gosh, I feel old) into the early 2000's? Brooke Burke was one of a few hosts,... Read more
Posted on 07 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
the Kiss of Nye
Last night, I saw New Year's Eve with my little sister. It was a good (not great) romantic comedy, as expected, and refreshingly not quite as predictable as... Read more
Posted on 04 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
What i Learned Last Year
"Ring out the old, ring in the new." I like the thought. But being as I'm shamelessly sentimental, I can't help but believe that there's value in bringing the... Read more
Posted on 04 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Splashing in the New Year
Today, as I was filling out customs papers to re-enter the United States, I wrote out the year, 2012, for the first time. I love everything about that fact.... Read more
Posted on 02 January 2012 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Silly (christmas) Goose
Aside from the two family Christmas parties and festive, friendly brunch, I also attended two holiday parties; One at my cousin's apartment, and another in... Read more
Posted on 27 December 2011 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
the Hostess with the Mostess
Decorating the tree is a lot more fun than putting away the decorations and throwing out the tree. So is finding the perfect gifts and giving them verses findin... Read more
Posted on 26 December 2011 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
This Christmas
Friday, 6pm: left my apartment on the Upper East Side for home. Saturday, 7pm: ate ceviche with chips as an appetizer at my aunt's house. Saturday, 8:30pm:... Read more
Posted on 25 December 2011 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Morning! Have you commented on this previous post for your chance to win $100 towards your next restaurant meal? You probably should. It's Christmas Eve, and... Read more
Posted on 24 December 2011 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
College Kid Meals
As you may have gathered from my last few posts, I've been eating out a lot lately. (Click here if you'd like to do so too... for free). Read more
Posted on 23 December 2011 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL -
Mexican Memories
Hey! Before you read any further, have you commented on my last post yet? Doing so might win you $100 towards your next restaurant meal. You know how, when... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2011 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION, TRAVEL