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True Story: I Fly Planes Upsidedown

Are you interested in plane aerobatics? Or just looking for a bit of inspiration and bravery? Beth literally woke up one day and decided she wanted to learn how to fly planes. AND THEN SHE DID.

Did you know 25% of Americans are afraid to fly? Imagine piloting a plane on your own. Or doing barrel rolls (technically called aerobatics).  That’s exactly what Beth Stanton does!

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Nice work if you can get it: Visual Effects Artist for Weta

Nice work if you can get it: Visual Effects Artist for Weta

(This is just one of many interviews with folks who have awesome, envy-inducing jobs. They all also happen to be my friends. When I was living in New Zealand, I attended a house warming party in Island Bay. As I was nibbling on a piece of Whittaker's, I heard a sweet, sweet sound in the distance. Whaaaat? Pray tell, is that an American accent?! It was, and it belonged to Michael. As most expats...

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Nice work if you can get it: Photographer

Nice work if you can get it: Photographer

(This is part of our on-going series of interviews with people who have awesome, envy-inducing jobs. Said people also happen to be my friends. I met Jess at the international student orientation when we were both starting school in Wellington, New Zealand. I immediately decided that she probably didn't want to be my friend because she a) looks like a model b) can wear high heels for entire hours...

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What Should I Do With My Tax Return? Try These 7 Smart, Fun(ish) Ideas

What Should I Do With My Tax Return? Try These 7 Smart, Fun(ish) Ideas

So you got your tax return. Awesome! Now what are you going to do with it? How can you use your tax return wisely (without feeling deprived or overly virtuous?) If you feel inclined to either: a) put it every cent of it towards debt b) put NONE of it towards debt I get it. It's easy to lean one way or the other. But I think you should actually do a little bit of column A, a little bit of column...

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Clever Packing Guidelines For Impeccable Travel Style

Clever Packing Guidelines For Impeccable Travel Style

What are the packing guidelines you should follow if you want to a) look cute b) be comfortable c) not sweat or shiver your way across the city? I brought in fashion blogger and personal stylist Sally to tell us! My personal travel experiences have led me to believe that packing successfully is darn near vital. Although many packing oversights can be remedied through shopping, sometimes you need...

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How To Go On Vacation Without Leaving Home

How To Go On Vacation Without Leaving Home

Want to go on vacation without leaving home? Planning a staycation? We've all been there! Whether you're staying home to save money or you just need a break from planes, trains, and automobiles, Vicki is here to help. Sometimes, when the time off work just isn't enough but you can't afford flights and hotel bills, a week at home can feel like a holiday in a posh resort with just a few simple...

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Nice work if you can get it: Dancer

Nice work if you can get it: Dancer

This is part of our work series, in which I interview friends of mine who have fascinating, envy-inducing jobs. I met Mo at my pseudo sister-in-laws wedding and we fell into one of those instant, spontaneous friendships where you find yourself inviting them to your flat in New Zealand before you've even moved there. She's kind and lovely and also possessing of The Best Legs I've ever seen....

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