It is never too late to learn a new skill or take up a new hobby. And if the events of 2020 and thus far into 2021 have taught us…Read More
4 Profitable Hobbies to Start for 2021
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Life
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Four Ways To Tempt Children Into Healthy Eating
Trudy
As a parent, guardian or number one auntie of a child, you want to set the children in your life on the path to a happy and healthy future life.…Read More
What To Say When Someone Dies
Trudy
Let’s face it, going through this pandemic has us dealing with life situations that we may have never encountered before. The realization of how tenuous and fragile life is has…Read More
Tips for Booking a Romantic Getaway with your Partner
Trudy
If you want to book a romantic trip away with your partner, then you’ll want to make sure that everything goes to plan. You’ll also want to make sure that…Read More
Got Guests Coming Over? Here’s What To Clean Up
Trudy
So your guests will be here in about 45 minutes, and you’ve completely forgotten to get the house ready beforehand – what are you supposed to do now?! Well, you’ve…Read More
It’s Time To Invest In Yourself
Trudy
In life, it is very easy to focus on others. Whether it’s your children, elderly parents, spouse, or friends doesn’t matter. Your desire to support others is commendable. Nonetheless, you…Read More
10 Signs That You Have Sincere Friends
Trudy
Life is filled with some of the most difficult challenges that put a significant strain on so many individuals. Unfortunately, we need to move on with our life. We have…Read More
The Wake-Up Call: Your Former Best Friend’s Wedding
Trudy
You found it hidden underneath a pile of advertising flyers at the back of your mailbox. It laid on its front, wrapped in the most elegant blush-colored envelope you’d ever…Read More
3 Ways To Increase Your Confidence Almost Immediately
Trudy
In this life, confidence is absolutely vital. You don’t have to be the brashest and cockiest person in the world to get what you want, but a lack of self-belief…Read More
Key Trends That You Will Learn In A Digital Marketing Course
Trudy
Understanding marketing trends is critical for ensuring enduring success in digital marketing, especially in the current day and age when you consider the impact of the pandemic and the rebuilding…Read More
Still Self-Isolating? Here Is What You Can Do To Pass The Time
Trudy
With the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic now passed the one-year mark, many of us are feeling more than a little weary and fed up with lockdowns of varying degrees. However, while…Read More
Ways To Make It Easier To Travel With Kids
Trudy
Getting away for a family vacation is never an easy feat. It can be the cause of stress for many parents, whether they are preparing to jet off on the…Read More
Fixing Your Health in a Month: 3 Places To Begin
Trudy
There are times in our lives where we look back and realize that we’ve had enough of living life on our current path. When it comes to your health, this…Read More
How To Create A Kitchen Fit For A Master Chef
Trudy
Have you always been a fan of cooking, or has the pandemic triggered an interest in baking or a passion for creating new recipes? Whatever your level of experience, there’s…Read More
5 Things That Have Changed For The Better Since Quarantine in NYC
Trudy
We are now, as of March 2021, one full year under quarantine. And it has been a lot. Like really, a lot to deal with. Living in New York was…Read More
5 Tips for Downsizing to a Smaller Space
Trudy
Downsizing isn’t just for retired folk anymore, it’s actually becoming much more of a trend. Many families and individuals are realizing they really don’t need as much space, and downsizing…Read More
Guarantee You’ll Impress Your Guests At Your Next House Party
Trudy
There’s nothing wrong with a little healthy competition and rivalry between friends or family. It’s fun to try and one-up your friends when you are planning an event and this…Read More
5 Ways To Use Pigly To Build Your Travel Fund
Trudy
Tell the truth, did you have huge travel plans for this year, and have they totally fallen through? Or were you caught off guard completely thinking that you had months…Read More
Why It’s Never Too Hot For A Picnic
Trudy
The current pandemic is taking away some of our favorite things about the summer: picnics in the park. Unfortunately, staying safe means that you have to be smart about avoiding…Read More
Building A Relaxed Home Environment During Stressful Times
Trudy
This year has arguably been the most stressful in half-a-century. Our health, careers, and social interactions have all been compromised due to the global pandemic. The stress this causes, combined…Read More
How I Have Been Keeping Sane While Sheltering In Place In NYC
Trudy
New York City has been on lockdown for about three months, over 110 days, and about a hundred daily briefings from Governor Cuomo. We are slowly reopening the city and…Read More
5 Ways to Seriously Improve Dinner Time
Trudy
There are some things that we choose to do; other things that we have to do. For the things that are not optional, there are two ways we can approach…Read More
Five Gifts New Mothers Will Really Appreciate
Trudy
Children are a blessing, but every new mother has to deal with post-baby hormones, pain, and discomfort – oh, and she has a new baby to look after while feeling…Read More
How To Transform A Space In Your Home
Trudy
Tired of looking at that same beige wall? Yeah, me too! And since we are staying home a lot more than planned this year, you will notice how boring the…Read More
Your Guide For Buying Sunglasses
Trudy
Do you like to wear sunglasses? Sunglasses are not only a great fashion accessory, but they are also crucial for protecting your eyes from the sun. If you are planning…Read More
Fun, Frugal and Fancy Sunday Brunch Ideas
Trudy
Sunday brunch: it’s a staple, a necessity, part of the cultural tradition of New Yorkers everywhere. But when you’re staying in (whether due to the current fears of getting ill,…Read More
Keeping Alert With Notify NYC
Trudy
Admittedly, New York City is a whirlwind of activity. We all know this, it is not new. But traveling here or living here can leave you feeling like you are…Read More
Figuring Out Your Next Step In Planning Travel
Trudy
We’ve made it in one piece! At least I hope that we all have. It’s 2020 and people are freaking out!. New year, new start, new experiences and here’s to…Read More
How I Keep Healthy and Eco-Conscious with the American Farmer Produce Box
Trudy
It’s the holiday season, the busiest time of year! And for me, it is when a lot of things that I usually prioritize fall to the wayside. Can you relate?…Read More
How to Choose Art for Your Home
Trudy
Your home is a place where you should feel relaxed and surrounded by the things you love. Having the right art on the walls can be a huge part of…Read More
Rendezvous At Pier 2 in Brooklyn Bridge Park
Trudy
Yes, I am writing about Brooklyn Bridge Park again, as I have said before it is one of my favorite places. So, whenever I have family come and visit me…Read More
Six Reasons to Visit Starbucks Reserve Roastery
Trudy
First, let me start by saying that I am not the biggest fan of Starbucks, especially after the controversy last year involving people of color, the former CEO, and my…Read More
Lost New York #SaveNYC
Trudy
I love New York City, and in my eyes, there are so many things to love about this complex place;– the many different neighborhoods that retain their culture and don’t…Read More
Using College Comparison Search Tools
Trudy
Are you in the process of finding a college? If so, you will recognize how important this decision is. After all, not only can it impact your learning over the…Read More
5 Tips For A Great Night’s Sleep in NYC
Trudy
Sleep is so important to me that I will prioritize a good night’s sleep over almost anything. It’s better than going out “just because”, and it is better than long…Read More
Advantages of Getting Your Groceries Online
Trudy
I have heard from many people who used to live in New York City or who live here currently that New Yorkers don’t cook. Of course, this isn’t true. I…Read More
States Of Amusement: Visiting Some Of America’s Best Theme Parks
Trudy
While a lot of Americans aren’t having a great time at the moment, thanks to the state of politics and an overall feeling of uneasiness, this part of the world…Read More
How To Maintain Healthy Habits When Traveling
Trudy
Are you about to zip off on an adventure? It’s easy to fall into lazy habits when off on vacation – and one of the most common of these is…Read More
Saturdays Are For A Yoga Rendezvous
Trudy
Living in New York can admittedly be stressful at times and since I have yet to invest in therapy, I find my peace through my Saturday afternoon yoga class. I…Read More
How To Have a Luxury Travel Experience on a Tight Budget
Trudy
While you may love backpacking and are used to the small rooms and bumpy buses which come along with it, there may be a part of you which would…Read More
Sustaining & Maintaining A Vacation Home Abroad
Trudy
When I have traveled, I love staying in hotels well sort of, but I always miss the homey feeling. I start to miss home even though I am in this…Read More
5 Tips On How to Plan the Perfect Budget Staycation
Trudy
Summer is upon us, even if the Summer weather isn’t. As a blogger, and especially a travel blogger, I want to be traveling and experiencing a bunch of new things…Read More
A Colorful Surprise: New Art on the E Train
Trudy
It’s so rare lately that I jump on the train and I am delighted. I don’t want to make this post a bitch and moan about my subway ride, which…Read More
Rendezvous At the New York International Auto Show
Trudy
Last week, I was invited by A Girls Guide To Cars for a media preview party to the New York International Auto Show at Jacob Javitz Center in Manhattan. I…Read More
A Rendezvous At Wafels and Dinges
Trudy
I love desserts! No, actually I am a sucker for desserts. Unfortunately, desserts aren’t calorie free and some desserts are worth the pain of a middle age spread ( I’m…Read More
Rendezvous At The Window To The Heart
Trudy
If you ask me on any normal day where is the last place I want to be in New York City, it would most definitely be Times Square. It isn’t…Read More
What Did I Learn in 2017? My Blog’s Year In Review
Trudy
While everyone is outside in this belligerent, and disrespectful cold celebrating the new year, I am inside trying to keeping warm and trying to be introspective about what this year…Read More
3 After Effects of NYC’s Rendezvous with The Subway Therapy Wall
Trudy
After this last presidential election a year ago, there have been a lot of emotions coming to the surface both positive and negative in this country. This week, in particular, has…Read More
New York By A New Yorker: 5 Reasons To Visit
Trudy
New York is one of the most famous cities on the planet and an incredibly popular tourist destination as a result. However, it is said that familiarity can breed contempt,…Read More
A Decadent Rendezvous At MarieBelle
Trudy
My nephew’s birthday passed recently and even though my finances weren’t ideal, I wanted to spend the day with him enjoying some of his favorite things. Last year, I wrote about…Read More
The Coney Art Walls Rendezvous At Night
Trudy
At the beginning of Summer of this year, I went to Coney Island to see the Mermaid Parade. And while I was there, I took pictures of the Coney Art…Read More
Rendezvous on the Roosevelt Island Tram
Trudy
Every time I turn around, I learn or experience something new to add some kind of joy to my life. It’s my life’s motto actually. And isn’t that super in…Read More
Fated Rendezvous With NYC Bloggers
Trudy
Ever since I started blogging, it has been a goal of mine to explore New York City as much as physically possible. When I started I didn’t know many other…Read More
An NYC Ferry Rendezvous
Trudy
In New York, there are lots of options to get around. Of course, there are taxis, buses, subway lines, bicycles, and ferries. Yes ferries, they aren’t the most popular, but they…Read More
One Book One New York Gets NYC Reading
Trudy
Does anyone read anymore? That is a really good question with bookstores going out of business, newspapers folding, and everyone addicted to the newest version of Candy Crush for 2017(I…Read More
Saturday Rendezvous At Misoya Ramen
Trudy
I’m on another adventure on the weekend and this one takes me to Misoya Ramen in the East Village. I love ramen in case you weren’t aware. Soup overall does it…Read More
A Second Avenue Subway Rendezvous
Trudy
Being an average New Yorker, and by that I mean one without a silver spoon in her mouth, I take the subway. I’ve written about taking the subway a couple…Read More
Keeping Your Home Safe While on a Traveling Rendezvous
Trudy
While I was away from home traveling to Belize, and having a great time with family. I couldn’t help but have the thought in the back of my mind on…Read More
Rendezvous with The Surfboard Doctor
Trudy
Last month, I was blessed enough to travel to Belize for my brother’s wedding. It was such a roller-coaster because I didn’t think that we would actually make it there.The…Read More
Rendezvous at the Bethesda Fountain in Central Park
Trudy
Even though I live in New York City, there are places that I don’t get to visit often because the city is just that huge. Central Park is, unfortunately, one…Read More
Tech On the Streets of New York
Trudy
While I was leaving yoga class to begin my weekly errands, I ran into a spiffy piece of technology on the street corner. It’s a Wi-Fi stand, called LinkNYC, with…Read More
Rendezvous At Van Leeuwen Artisan Ice Cream
Trudy
I have a huge sweet tooth and being lactose intolerant really gets in the way of that sometimes because I usually get rid of that craving is through ice cream.…Read More
Coffee Date With Trudy #4
Trudy
Wow, it’s been a while since our last coffee date. I found a new place to meet, somewhere in Greenwich Village and afterward we can go to the park and get…Read More
How I Celebrated Spa Week
Trudy
Spa week just happened in New York and I’m not usually able to take advantage because I am always on a budget. But I was determined to try something new.…Read More
My Happiness Non-Negotiables in NYC
Trudy
I was tagged by the very sweet Stacey, blogger of Stacey in the Sticks for this post.This challenge made me think hard about what is actually necessary for me on…Read More
Rendezvous Around the Blox
Trudy
As a reader of this blog you know that I am always looking and discussing new and hidden gems around the city, like concerts, and artistic events. Well here is…Read More
Vogue’s 73 Questions
Trudy
I was tagged by the lovely Louise of Birds and Lilies to do the Vogue’s 73 Questions post and since I have seen Blake Lively‘s video on it I said…Read More
The 5 Apps & Websites Every New Yorker Needs
Trudy
Hey, it’s me again! And as the title says I’m trying to make your life a little easier, whether you are a tourist visiting or a resident of this very…Read More
Jonas, Snowmageddon, Snowpocalypse, Blizzard of 2016, Weekend In NYC
Trudy
Exciting action-packed weekend right? The news coverage began to sound like a trailer for a movie starring James Bond, except for the fact that the villain’s name kept changing from…Read More
Coffee Date With Trudy #3
Trudy
We haven’t chatted for a while and the holiday season was super hectic. I’d love to check in with you. I’m sure a lot has happened and I want to…Read More
The NYCID Program Has Been Extended
Trudy
Earlier this year, Mayor DiBlasio announced a new ID program to help people living in New York get free ID’s, which are necessary for so many things here, without the…Read More
Adding Skills To My Résumé
Trudy
I just felt way too proud of myself and had to post a picture of the ramyun I made for dinner. I just thought that besides the ingredients I added…Read More
Apple Picking At Fishkill Farms
Trudy
The Fall happens to be my favorite season. One of the many reasons is hot apple cider and cozy warm apple pie. With that in mind my friends and I…Read More
Coffee Date With Trudy #2
Trudy
I decided that the time has come for a coffee date, we need to catch up and although nothing earth-shaking has happened. I don’t want us to lose touch with…Read More
Giving to Get on a Sunday with the AfroPunk Army
Trudy
I hate getting up early on Sunday but when it’s for a great reason I can stand the sleep deprivation. It was a sunshine-filled morning so that made it easier…Read More
8 Tips To Read A NYC Subway Map
Trudy
I’ve taken the subway for a very long time now and every time I get on it for the life of me, I don’t understand how people new to New…Read More
Why Do I Write?
Trudy
“Why do I write…? Hmm.”, I wish all the answers would come so easily to me as I sit in front of my laptop staring at the word count. There…Read More
25 Types of People I See on the Subway
Trudy
I came across this video on a friend’s Facebook page and it made me laugh so hard because I have met every one of these 25 people on my train…Read More
It’s Too Darn Hot, Heat Wave In NYC (10 Things I Hate About Summer Weather)
Trudy
In the past few weeks, Summer has hit the East coast like an eighteen wheeler on the New Jersey expressway, so we are in a minor heat wave in NYC.…Read More
The High Line Park: Abandoned Railway Re-Purposed
Trudy
One of my favorite parks to visit in the city is the High Line Park in the chic Meatpacking neighborhood, made internationally famous by Sex and the City, art galleries,…Read More
China: Through the Looking Glass At the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Trudy
Within the last month, all the talk was and is still about the Met Gala and Vogue Magazine’s fashion party of the year, that introduced the new amazing exhibition at…Read More
Today Was A Good Day
Trudy
I’ve been trying to keep up with all the posts I planned to have published by today but other excellent things came first. I went to the Metropolitan Museum of…Read More
Trees in Bloom
Trudy
Trees in bloom just make me happy, even though my allergies make me pay. Everytime I see a flowering tree, I have to take a snapshot. Am I the only…Read More
Is it just me?
Trudy
I am so cranky and tired. And I feel so burnt out. I’m staring at the laundry bags filled with clothes to fold and the effort that its taking to…Read More
A Frozen Saturday at the Union Square Greenmarket
Trudy
Its been cold all Winter and I haven’t gotten out as much as I usually do. But there are certain things you have to go out for in any weather.…Read More
The Tastes That Make The City in New York City
Trudy
In a city like New York, there are so many cuisines and restaurants coming and going on a trend basis, its hard to keep up. Just trying to remember all…Read More
A Walk on Far Rockaway Beach
Trudy
I am not a beachgoer in the least, so the irony that I live so close to the beach and rarely go isn’t wasted on me. But I do adore…Read More