Summertime in the Chi. The most anticipated time of the year for Chicagoans. After months of sub-zero temperatures, excessive cab fares, crowded bars and commuting while wearing half your wardrobe, we all are ready for some time in the sun. Especially the four-legged members of our community. Let’s face it, as much as we hate… Continue reading Dog Dayz of Summer: Chicago Dog-Friendly Events
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Embarking on Your Fitness Journey
You! Hey you! So I hear you’ve decided you want to be ‘fit’. Welcome, my friend, to the beginning of your fitness journey. My name’s Josh, and I will be your guide, here to aide you in this epic endeavor we call fitness. But listen carefully young fitness warrior! The path to fitness lays strewn… Continue reading Embarking on Your Fitness Journey
Another Damn Blog Post About Looking Fly On A Budget
Before we get started here, yes, I know you know about Ragstock. I know that’s where you get all your purple flannel shirts and American-flag-print tank tops. It has taken over as the number one place for twenty-somethings to go when they need new threads. And not for nothing—Ragstock features a great selection, friendly employees,… Continue reading Another Damn Blog Post About Looking Fly On A Budget
Chicago Beauty #Basics: Do’s and Don’ts.
Don’t, in fact never, go to bed without finishing your makeup routine no matter how tired you are – take off your makeup! Don’t whiten your teeth the same day as a big night out; chances are you will drink wine… or whiskey. Don’t skimp out on razors. If a men’s razor is good enough for… Continue reading Chicago Beauty #Basics: Do’s and Don’ts.
Chicago Ideas Week: Exploring Chicago on the Cheap
It’s no secret that I love participating in Twitter Chats. Yesterday, I was asked to cohost Chicago Idea’s Week Twitter Chat: #Ideaschat (Tuesdays at 11am CST). In a nod to this blog, the topic was “Exploring Chicago… on the Cheap.” In addition to just documenting this momentous occasion (my first time hosting a Twitter Chat!),… Continue reading Chicago Ideas Week: Exploring Chicago on the Cheap
Financial Planning for Dummies
I’m a financial planner. I help people figure out what it’s going to take for them to retire the way they want or send their kids to Harvard. Then I execute the plan—managing their investments and figuring out the best place to put new savings. But I recognize that not everybody wants to pay for… Continue reading Financial Planning for Dummies
The Best Credit Card Rewards = Free World Travel
It’s a cliché on every dating profile ever written: “I love to travel.” But for most of us, it really is true. The big catch is that traveling is expensive. But it doesn’t have to be! The key is to take advantage of introductory offers that credit card companies use to get your business. First,… Continue reading The Best Credit Card Rewards = Free World Travel
Chicago Beauty: Haircare Basics
A wise person once told me that you should treat your hair as delicate as your skin. The sun damages and dries while the vapid Chicago winds dry it out. It’s important to have different Chicago-related beauty routines, especially where your hair is concerned. Contrary to popular belief, It does matter what type of shampoo, conditioner… Continue reading Chicago Beauty: Haircare Basics
Ditch Your Cable
Raise your hand if you’re paying more than you should for cable. Ok, you can all put your hands down. I ditched cable in my last year in college and haven’t gone back. Both my roommate and I weren’t home enough to reap the benefits for the price, and found other ways to catch up… Continue reading Ditch Your Cable
How to Survive a Chicago Summer Festival (in Style)
Fellow Chicagoans… Festival season is upon us (click here for a pretty definitive list)! I’m a huge fan of music festivals like Lollapalooza, and have a few I plan to attend this year (Pitchfork, Lollapalooza and Piqniq). The Top 5 Chicago Summer Festival Necessities 1. Camelback. The Camelback (or whatever off-brand strikes your fancy) is the… Continue reading How to Survive a Chicago Summer Festival (in Style)