Background: The month of May for me began the “Busy Season” at work, meaning hours became longer, there was be more stress, and getting proper sleep was more difficult. Now, to be clear, many wonderful[…]
Category: Challenges
April 2016 Monthly Challenge – Read in Spanish
Background: When I was in Guatemala learning Spanish I spent a lot of time reading in Spanish… I read the Harry Potter, Hunger Games and Percy Jackson series all in Spanish. It was a great[…]
Jan-Mar 2016 Three-Month Challenge – Learn to Be a Manager/Leader
Background: In October 2015 I was promoted from Director of International Programs to Assistant Country Manager of Maximo Nivel in Cusco, Peru. This was quite a step up for me… it meant going from managing[…]
December 2015 Challenge – On Turning Thirty!
The Challenge: Assuming that what my parents told me is correct, today is my last day on this Earth as a person in his twenties! At midnight tonight I will be celebrating my 30th birthday,[…]
October 2015 Chalenge – Photoshop
Background Some months ago I got a copy of Photoshop on my computer with the intention of using it to have nicer, more professional photos for my blog. I’ve figured out many things by myself[…]
September 2015 Challenge – Yes Man
Background Anyone remember the Jim Carrey movie Yes Man? In it the main character basically had to say “Yes.” to every opportunity that came his way. My challenge for September 2015, while not as extreme,[…]
August 2015 Challenge – Daily Podcasts
Background Podcasts are still relatively new to me, but given my interest in constant learning and experiencing new things they seem like a great fit. Thus, this month I was to listen to a completely[…]
A Year of Challenges – A Review
Background I sincerely cannot believe that Jen and I have been doing our monthly challenges for a year now… time really does fly! Jen, thank you for sharing in this experience with me and for[…]
July 2015 Challenge – Photo a Day
Background I recently got a new toy… my very first iPhone! While I do love my burner phones, I must say I have been enjoying the more modernized and advanced abilities afforded to me; however,[…]
June 2015 Challenge – Exercise Daily
Background June has long since passed, but it’s never too late to reflect on past challenges. Prior to this challenge I had been in the middle of the busiest work-related time of year and really[…]