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Five Fun Outdoor Activities You Can Do In Vegas

September 26, 2020
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Vegas is one place to visit out of many places in The United States. Even though it can get extremely hot; night life with some extremely weird outfits on Fremont street , casinos  and the variety of restaurants to eat give you a tons of activities to choose from. However, if you enjoy nature and outdoor, there are plenty of social distancing activities you can do. The choices are limitless, you just need the cash.

Here are some cool outdoor activities you can do in Vegas.

Helicopter Tour

 

There are two different tours , one over Vegas and the other over the Canyon.  Helicopter tours range between $84 and $99 and can cost more if you choose the VIP option which includes hotel pick up and drop off, as well as refreshments.

What to expect flying over Las Vegas.

Your Vegas helicopter tour begins with a pickup from your Vegas hotel if you choose the VIP package. Once you arrive, you get to enjoy a glass of sparkling Champagne or bottle of water before you board your helicopter.
There is a quick training done about the rules and regulations prior taking off.
The best part about the night tour is that  your helicopter heads high into the sky above the Vegas Strip, fly over famous casinos and resorts such as Paris, The Bellagio, The Luxor, and other lit-up hotels.  Unfortunately, the flight only runs for 15-30 minutes.
After your helicopter lands, you’ll reboard your vehicle for the ride back to your destination.

The High Roller at The LINQ

Discover Las Vegas from a 550-feet (168 m) High Roller. This will give you the best view in Las Vegas.  Tickets to the High Roller start at $20 and can last for about 30 minutes.  You can choose a daytime ride to see the Nevada desert landscape or ride at night to see all the neon signs around the city. If you want to have access to an open bar, all you need to do is to upgrade your ticket and expand your experience.
I did not get a chance to experience it, but it will be  in my bucket list next time I’m in Vegas.

ATV Experience

Drive an ATV through El Dorado Canyon then go deep into Techatticup Mine and explore rugged desert terrain and a historic gold mine. Absolutely, no experience to needed for easy-to-handle, automatic ATVs.
Prices can be $126 up to $200 based on the duration. Pickup and drop-off are also available which make this an easy way to escape the city for the Nevada desert

Gondola Rides

Among many things to do in Vegas, there  is an indoor and outdoor Venetian gondola rides at the Venetian Hotel.  Each offers its own unique views, I am not sure if they both equally enchanting and full of wonderful moments because the outdoor rides were sold out for the night when I arrived.
The ride was kinda short but the gondolier made it so fun by singing for us and made a quick stop just to sing me happy birthday. You definitely get that Venice, Italy vibe and It was nice.

Emerald Cave Kayak Tour

You can experience the Colorado River’s majestic Emerald Cave on a scenic kayaking tour that includes round-trip transportation from Las Vegas to the river. The excursion offers paddling techniques for first-time kayakers and cones with a guide to teach you about all about out wildlife and geological features while enjoying the float

In addition to a free round- trip transportation from Las Vegas to the marina; snacks are also provided.

Kayak along a tranquil section of the Colorado River and explore the Emerald Cave for 4-5 hours is definitely enjoyable. 

My trip to Vegas was extremely short but hoping to participate in more activities for my next trip. If you have been somewhere exciting , let us know what you’ve enjoyed the most in the comments.

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Health, Travel

Have You Heard of Getaway House ? Everyone Should Take a Trip

July 31, 2020
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Have you heard of Getaway House ? Everyone Should Take a Trip!

Well, in all honesty, Getaway is not in every state, but if  there’s one in nearby or your home state; you should definitely plan your next getaway weekend.

What is Getaway House?

Gateway House is not your typical cabin , it is more like a glamorous stay on the mountain. Their tiny cabins nestled in nature are just the perfect escape for yourself and loved ones.

My Personal Experience 

My Getaway experience was in Suches, GA, just about 1 hr 1/2 to 2 hours from Atlanta, GA. With everything going on, Getaway understands their guest’s safety concerns and discuss both on the website and text messages how they’ve intensified their cleaning procedures to ensure the cabins are deeply disinfected. It is self checking and a code will be provided to you by text hours before your stay. Be mindful that you will other cabin in the surrounding but they are at least   There is also at least 100-150 ft between  each other so you don’t have to interact with anyone.

Even the drive to the cabin was so refreshing as you’re getting closer because there was less traffic, less noise but all these tall and beautiful trees on both side of the roads.

Once I arrived, there was a comfy, freshly made king bed with four fluffy pillows, How welcoming!!!  The pine wood inside the cabin and these huge glass windows automatically put you in a relaxing mood. I was in awe when I saw the complete private bathroom with a shower and tons of towels. It was beautiful!

There were two stove burners for me to cook with tons of dinnerware. On the other hand, I recommend you to bring your  own food if you have any preference or staying for a long period of time because there’s no nearby grocery store. But, if you don’t mind or forget to bring something, all their cabins have kitchen essentials such as pasta, pasta sauce, crackers, soup, even olive oil in case you need to cook dinner. There are also woods outside if you want to set up a fire. You can use all you want and they’ll  put it on your tab once you leave.
I only spent about $8 on woods during my stay because I had to eat my complementary  marshmallows they left me and just spent some times by the fire before bed.

You want to bring  a furry baby? Don’t worry , they will provide everything you need for them for  a small fee of $40.

Why am I even recommending this? 

We have neglected our relationship with nature by opting for an entirely urban lifestyle, but there’s never a dull moment seeing some nature. And let’s be honest, you know that I know how  unbearable it can be to spend another minute surrounded by the same, negative people at your job and spend extremely long  hours in traffic.

Go see some  nature, away from the noise, traffic, road rage and smoke. It will be so good for your short term well-being and long term mental health. Don’t miss out and use this link and get $25 off your first stay to fuel your body with fresh air and soothing bird songs. Everyone should get a little break.

Getaway  cabins are about 2 hours away from Atlanta, Cleveland, Boston, Dallas, Los Angeles, New York, Pittsburgh, Portland, and Washington, D.C.

 

 

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Lifestyle

This Strawberry, Almond & Coconut Cake is Good For Any Family Dinner.

June 28, 2020
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Strawberry

Almond &

Coconut Cake.

OMG!!!! It took me forever to put this together because if there’s one thing I don’t do when cooking is measurements. I’m the type who cooks with my senses unless it’s a recipe I’m following. I don’t do grams, ounce and tsp. I just see what’s the right amount and cook. Some days, I barely taste my food until I’m ready to eat but anyway. This cake is everything!!! Moist in the inside but the crunch from the coconut and the almond is still there… Mmmmm,Sweet Jesus!!!

I saw this particular cake on Instagram and I went for it. I followed the same techniques I usually used for my other cakes but just with different ingredients.

I don’t bake everytime I make dinner; however, when I’m in my feelings or my friends are over, a little sweet won’t hurt anyone, right?

For me, having desserts makes a dinner complete, and boy I love fixing table and plates. There’s one thing I know for sure, my stomach be screaming for cake  when fixing the table but I gotta keep it together and wait until everybody is ready to eat  L😅L

Well, let’s dive in. I hope I gave you the right instructions.

Serves 8 

INGREDIENTS

CAKE

Serves: 8
Prep Time: 15 min – Cooking Time:
35-45 min
Cool off: 15
Total Time: 1h15

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 7/8 Cup Cake Flour
  • 3/4 Cup  Almond Flour
  • 3/4 Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Zest
  • 4 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 200 gr Strawberries
  • 4 tbsp Shredded Coconut or 1 small coconut (I used 1 whole coconut and shred it myself)
  • 1/3 Cup Oil
  • 1 Cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp of coconut heavy milk (for extra taste)
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • TOPPING :
  • 4 tbsp Sliced Almonds
  • 2 tbsp Melted Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup of Powdered sugar
  • 1tsp of Salt
  • 3 Large eggs

Instructions:

– Cut strawberries into quarters and place into a bowl. Add about 2 tbsp lemon zest and 1 tbsp sugar. Stir. Let sit 30 min.

– Use about 4 strawberries, add 2 tbsp of Powdered Sugar and melted butter  in the blender just to give that tick syrup like to put on top the cake for later

– Preheat oven at 350 F and line a cake pan 8 inch with parchment paper or spray your pan nicely and your cake won’t stick

– In a bowl, combine flour, almond flour, baking soda and powder, 2 tbsp lemon zest, shredded coconut. Stir. Then add oil, vanilla extract, eggs (battered) and lemon juice. Stir with a spatula to incorporate everything. Don’t over mix. Pour half of strawberries in the bowl and gently combine.

– Pour the batter into the cake tin. Add the other half of strawberries with juice.

Or

– You can put everything in a mixer except Strawberries and coconut. Pour the batter into your pan slowly and add coconut and Strawberries layers until you fill the cake pan.

– Bake for about 30 min.

– Meanwhile, make the topping. Combine that strawberry syrup you made earlier melted butter with sliced almonds.

– Remove cake from oven, place topping on top and back again in the oven for 15 min or until a toothpick comes out clean and golden sliced almonds. If you need to add more almond goooo for it.

– Now let cool in the cake pan for 10-15 minutes then demold carefully.

– Decorate the top with some powdered sugar if you like and enjoy 🙂 !

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Health, Lifestyle

4 Benefits of Eucalyptus Leaves

June 25, 2020
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As I was sitting outside drinking my Eucalyptus tea this morning, I thought about sharing some of the amazing health benefits with you. Eucalyptus is an evergreen tree that’s widely used for its medicinal properties. Although, Eucalyptus can be used for many other reasons but more research needs to be done in order to claim that it’s actually working in that particular area.

(As you can see, I chose to blend mine with some peppermint leave)

Eucalyptus may relieve cold symptoms

Eucalyptus is a natural anti-inflammatory agent and it is widely used as a natural cold remedy and is a common ingredient in cold and cough products.

There is a main ingredient responsible for these properties in eucalyptus called eucalyptol, also known as cineole. Research has shown that eucalyptol relieves cold symptoms like cough frequency, nasal congestion, and headache by decreasing inflammation and mucus buildup, asthma and so much more.

However, if you are using eucalyptus oil,   any small amount can be considered as toxic. So, it’s best to consult with your doctor, especially if you’re taking some other medications that are not compatible with.

High in antioxidants

Although you cannot eat fresh, whole eucalyptus leaves, dried leaves can be made into tea. Be sure to choose a tea that’s labeled “eucalyptus leaves tea,” because it can be TOXIC to add eucalyptus essential oil to your tea.

In addition, eucalyptus tea contains flavonoids, which are antioxidants that may lower your risk of certain cancers, heart disease stress, and dementia.

Promote relaxation

Eucalyptus is widely believed to decrease symptoms of stress. If eucalyptus has the ability to decrease heart disease therefore it has its importance in decreasing stress as well. Stress is one of the leading cause of heard disease such as hypertension after all!  Also, the same eucalyptol component from the eucalyptus leaves has been found to possess anti-anxiety properties Want a nice calming effect on your body? Hanging some eucalyptus leaves in your shower can do the trick.

Natural insect repellent

Eucalyptus oil is a natural insect repellent, mainly due to its eucalyptol content once again.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention lists lemon eucalyptus oil  derived from the lemon eucalyptus tree as an approved and powerful bug repellant. Topical application is very effective at warding off mosquitoes and other biting insects for up to eight hours. So, before you go to that mountain trip, camping getaway, don’t forget to add one in your bag.

While eucalyptus leaves are generally recognized as safe, there are some serious health risks associated with consuming eucalyptus oil, as it can lead to toxicity in both adults and children. Again be sure to consult your healthcare provider.

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Investing in your Community. 30+ Black Owned Banks to Open an Account with.

June 3, 2020
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Thinking about investing money in your own community? There are a few states that don’t have African American Bank owned; but there still more than 35 AA banks owned and credit union in the United. So let’s start circulating money and investing money in these Black owned bank as a way to strengthen our neighborhood. #supportblackbusinesses.

Here’s the list.

  1. Omega Psi Phi Credit Union – Lawrenceville, Georgia
  2. Phi Beta Sigma Federal Credit Union – Washington, DC
  3. One United Bank – Los Angeles, California
  4. FAMU Federal Credit Union – Tallahassee, Florida
  5. Credit Union of Atlanta – Atlanta, Georgia
  6. North Milwaukee State Bank – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  7. Seaway Bank – Chicago, Illinois
  8. The Harbor Bank- Baltimore, Maryland
  9. Liberty Bank – New Orleans, Louisiana
  10. United Bank of Philidelphia – Philidelphia, Penn
  11. Alamerica Bank – Birmingham, Alabama
  12. Broadway Federal Bank – Los Angeles, California
  13. Carver State Bank – Savannah, Georgia
  14. Capital City Bank – Atlanta, Georgia
  15. Citizens Trust Bank – Atlanta, Georgia
  16. City National Bank – Newark, New Jersey
  17. Commonwealth National Bank – Mobile, Alabama
  18. Industrial Bank – Washington D.C.
  19. First Tuskegee Bank – Tuskegee, Alabama
  20. Citizen Trust Bank – Birmingham, Alabama
  21. Mechanics & Farmers Bank – Durham, North Carolina
  22. First Independence Bank – Detroit, Michigan
  23. First State Bank – Danville, Virginia
  24. Tri-State Bank – Memphis, Tennesse
  25. Citizens Bank – Nashville, Tennessee
  26. South Carolina Community Bank – Columbia, South Carolina
  27. Illinois Service Federal – Chicago, Illinois
  28. Unity National Bank – Houston, Texas
  29. Carver Federal Savings Bank – New York, New York
  30. OneUnited Bank – Miami, Florida
  31. OneUnited Bank – Boston, Massachusetts
  32. Columbia Savings and Loan – Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  33. Liberty Bank – Baton Rouge, Louisiana
  34. Liberty Bank – Kansas City, Missouri
  35. Liberty Bank – Chicago, Illinois
  36. Liberty Bank – Jackson, Mississippi
  37. Toledo Urban Credit Union – Toledo, Ohio
  38. Hill District Credit Union – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Are you currently putting money in a black owned bank? Do you plan to? Share your thoughts and leave any testimonials you have below in the comments.

 

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Inspiration, Lifestyle

Five Things I had to Learn Before Launching My Planner

May 12, 2020
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You all have seen me sharing my success story about having my planner; the thoughts, the excitement, and process. However today, I want to go deeper by sharing some of the things I did not know as well as things that I had to lean before launching my planners.

First: Finding someone to design it at least the way I wanted it. In all honestly, it was hard because It’s either some were booked, not offering the service or I simply did not like what they were offering. So, It took me a while to actually create the contents.

Second: The cost/production

Shout out to all entrepreneurs that work from 7p to midnight because that money is funding their dream if there’s no business loan. I knew I wanted to create something on the website and the thoughts of creating and receiving the planners happened in the course three months. Meaning , having the money to fund my project as well as patience and sanity.

I ended up paying more in production cost because my planners were custom in term of hard cover page, full color, spiral type etc… In addition, the amount of time for the planners to arrive to the state was ridiculous because they were made in China. And once arrived, I had to wait an extra two weeks since they have to be cleared by US customs.  Now, you may ask why didn’t I get them done in the United states.

Even though, it cost me a little more for the customs planners in China; It would have been extremelyyy expensive to have them done here in the states or Canada. However, I am 100% sure it wouldn’t take that long to receive them. As a result of this whole mess, I had to push my launch date from mid-May to July.

Third: Coaching

Coaching can be within your-contemplation or action phase based on how much knowledge you have on what you  plan on doing . If you know absolutely nothing on how to get started, you probably need it prior starting anything; but if you feel comfortable enough to create your goal and need someone to help you execute? Do your research and find/pay someone to help you make that extra step. Yes, you have to pay for coaching, it’s not free.!!!

Promoting: I am guilty of this sometimes. I watched many live coaching videos within my consistent tribe by Priiincesss and selling on social media boot camp group by Kay Lucas; where there were consistent reminders about sharing your work after you complete project is as much important as working on the project. You technically promote before, during and after.

Celebrate small or big wins.

It is important that you celebrate every moment of your success.  I understand that it may be hard during the stressful process, but you need to celebrate you. Like a jump, happy dance, scream or buy yourself lunch. You deserve it!!! Some day will be better than others, but overall you get to learn every step of the way. This is what keeps you going after all.

Now, if you have purchased one of my planners, I personally want to hear from you. It will mean so much to me to know how can I make changes in the future. Please take an extra minute to complete this short survey HERE

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