Last month, I published a travel guide for Shark Valley in Everglades National Park that covered when to visit, what to do, and tips to make the most of your trip. That guide included all the information you need for an enjoyable trip to Florida’s wetlands, other than one vital component: the items you should bring. I thought the topic warranted its own post, so today, I’m detailing what to pack for Everglades National Park.
I’m one of those people who loves sleep and requires a full eight hours of shut-eye each night to function as a human being. Unfortunately, I am also the lightest sleeper. A simple turn of a page or a truck passing outside is enough to wake me from a deep slumber. Over the years, I’ve thankfully figured out a routine that helps me get a good night’s rest (even in noisy environments like a sorority house and city apartment), and today, I’m sharing the absolute best products for light sleepers.
Today is part two of how to land your first job! If you missed part one, this guide is the first in the Adulting with Abby series. Think of it as a Ned’s Declassified guide to navigating adulthood. Last week, I shared the tips and tricks I picked up while hunting for my first job in 2019. Today, I’m excited to share a Q&A with career coach Patrick Abbott featuring his expert tips on how to land your first job.
Hi friends! I’ve been teasing this on Instagram for a while, but today’s post is the first in the Adulting with Abby monthly series. As I’ve transitioned from college kid to full-fledged working adult over the past couple of years, I’ve often wondered why there is no guide to adulthood. So I set out to create one. I know for many people, securing that first job out of school is the initial big step towards adulting. Therefore, it seemed only fitting that the Adulting with Abby series kick off with a guide on how to land your first job.
Today’s post covers my experience landing my first job out of college and the tips and tricks I picked up along the way. However, since I can only speak to my own personal experience, I wanted to include an expert opinion, as well. Next Monday, Part II featuring a Q&A with a certified career coach will go live, so be sure to come back for that!
I blinked and March is almost over. To me, this has by far felt like the quickest month since the pandemic began. Maybe it’s the sense of hope that’s come with more people getting vaccinated. Maybe it’s the time change. Whatever the reason, I’ll take it. Of course, the start of a new month means it’s time for the latest On My Radar edition. Today, I’m recapping everything I read, watched, bought, and loved in March.
Happy spring! I hope the snow is thawing and flowers are starting to bloom where you are. I must admit that I was spoiled by spending a good portion of winter in South Florida this year. Looking back at my iPhone photos from the past few months, I’ve logged a lot of miles in the car and spanned the East Coast with stops in Connecticut, Washington, South Carolina, and Florida. Although my nomadic lifestyle as of late has weighed on me at points, there certainly have been silver linings, many of which are included in today’s winter photo diary.
It has been far too long since I last talked about books on the blog. My reading habit ebbs and flows, and recent months have been an ebb for sure. But every time I pick up a book and get back into the swing of daily reading, I’m reminded how wonderful it is. I’ve read several gems over the past few months, even though they’ve been few and far between.
Hi friend! Are you sluggish this morning after the time change? I think I’m one of the few people who loves turning the clock forward, even if it means losing an hour of sleep. I relish the extra sunlight in the evening and look forward to the time change all winter long. Now that it’s officially daylight saving time, I have spring on the brain and specifically, Easter decor.
I dream of the day that I have a box of decorations for every season and holiday. At the moment, my studio apartment and somewhat nomadic lifestyle don’t allow for that, but, hey, I’ll get there. In the meantime, I will stick to window shopping. In that spirit, I’ve rounded up my favorite Easter decor from this season.
A mere 45 minutes from Miami and two hours from Fort Myers, Shark Valley in Everglades National Park is the perfect Florida day trip for adventure seekers, families, and nature lovers alike.
Within a half hour of leaving Miami, we felt like we were in a different world, with the city skyscrapers long gone and the flat, expansive swampland of the Everglades surrounding us as we drove on the Tamiami Trail. Upon arriving at Shark Valley, we were blown away by the abundance of wildlife, rich history of the land, and friendliness of our fellow park visitors.
Today’s travel guide covers when to visit Shark Valley, things to do in the park, and tips to make the most of your trip.
March is one of my favorite times of the year, simply because it’s when daylight saving time begins. I can’t wait for the sun to set later and daylight to stretch into the evening hours. Coupled with the warm weather here in Miami, I know I’ll enjoy frequent strolls before sundown in the weeks ahead.
Before I let myself get fully swept away by the marvels of March, let me reflect on February. I spent the first half of the month in South Carolina and then traveled to Florida before Valentine’s Day. The Sunshine State greeted me with its namesake beautiful weather and, during a day trip to Everglades National Park, an abundance of alligators. I could go on and on about the trip (and I do in the Shark Valley travel guide), but for now, I’ll stick to recapping everything I read, watched, bought, and loved in February.
