2009 Year in Pictures

December 31st, 2009 · 13 Comments

I’m preparing my extensive Year in Review for 2009 when I talk about my highs/lows/discoveries/tools/tips and geek out with statistics as I usually do, but I wanted to leave you with some images of my 2009. I hope this evening you have a great time with loved ones, friends, and/or family in the manner you [...]

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Give the Gift of a Menu for Hope with Gift Card Inserts

December 22nd, 2009 · No Comments

There are only a few days left until December 25th arrives and a few more days that you can donate to a Menu for Hope. If you’re still scrambling around to find presents, why not consider giving gifts that give back? We know that not everyone is a blogger, and not everyone is online and [...]

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Tags: Blog Event · Menu for Hope

Milan’s White Christmas

December 22nd, 2009 · 7 Comments

A snowstorm struck yesterday in Milan, one that sent my colleagues scurrying home at 4pm (we’re usually in the office until 7pm) and none of them arrived home before their normal 7.30-8.00pm return time – there was that much casino craziness and traffic due to the 30+cm (10 inches) of snow that fell in 6 [...]

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Tags: Italy · Milan

Made in Italy Chocolate Basket & Mega Mix of Moleskine : My Menu for Hope VI Bid Items

December 12th, 2009 · 3 Comments

Last year after being the Europe host for Menu for Hope bid items, I really gained an appreciation for how much work it takes to pull off something of such a global proportion. I’m so happy to take part again and offer you some great bid items! What is Menu for Hope? Menu for Hope [...]

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A Weekend Vacation in Paris, France

December 2nd, 2009 · 24 Comments

A little getaway in Paris, France to hang with best friends is the best kind of vacation one can get. I get spoiled especially when my friends come to me – after all one can only take so many vacations a year to destinations 5,000 miles away. It’s already December! I can’t believe how fast [...]

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Tags: France · Travels Abroad