An email at work was forwarded around announcing a fundraiser and earthquake relief trip to Nepal in mid-July. My immediate thought: “Follow the money.” The former journalist in me instinctively started researching how Effect.org would use fundraised dollars on the Nepal Earthquake relief trip. On April 25, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake completely devastated Nepal, and the Nepalis desperately deserved every $1 of aide received to… Read more Continue reading Techies Go to Nepal

1. friendly neighbors: Man, being able to just knock on your neighbors’ door, enjoy a glass of wine (or two), and chat with them for hours is such a wonderful thing in life. Kevin’s neighbors are super awesome and friendly and hilarious. Plus, you never know when you may need to borrow some sugar 😉   2. My wonderful boyfriend, Kevin: Somehow he supports, puts… Read more Continue reading Of course, the inevitable delay.. but I’m still grateful!

I’m grateful for: 1. My health and my body: I never thought I’d be “happy” to wake up at 5:30am, but I feel motivated to exercise early and take care of my body. 2. A progressive society that seeks to challenge gender/racial inequality: Though we’re far from gender equality (insert 217 pages of Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In), I’m glad to be a part of society… Read more Continue reading Day 2, still at it!