

Elizabeth
What is your middle name? Does it carry any special meaning/significance? Victoria Elizabeth. Victoria = Victory. Strength. Resilience. Elizabeth = Grace. Wisdom. Faith. Put ‘em together? That’s power. That’s presence. That’s a reminder to show up every day and own who I am—challenges, wins, and everything in between.

Three things I can’t live without
What are three objects you couldn’t live without? I couldn’t live without my morning meditation time / which usually involves coloring to get my creative juices flowing and in the right mindset for the est of my day. I couldn’t live without my installation which makes cooking super easy and forgiving for me which keeps…


Global Tastes, Local Love: My Night of Nations Experience
Walking into Calvary Temple’s Night of Nations was like being whisked away to the most inviting international airport you’ve ever seen. ‘Airport agents’ in adorable airline attire were our first sign that we were in for a global treat, setting a tone of whimsical adventure from the moment we stepped in. Leading this globe-trotting extravaganza…

The Midnight Cart Rule: How I Budget and Shop Smart on AmazonBudgeting by Moonlight: My Lean Amazon Cart Philosophy
Write about your approach to budgeting. In the world of online shopping, where the “Buy Now” button practically begs to be clicked, I’ve learned a thing or two about self-control and smart budgeting. My approach? Minimalist and intentional. Unlike those overflowing digital carts you hear about, my Amazon cart rarely holds more than a couple…
Chasing Giants: My Quest for the Elusive Aquarium and its Majestic Hippos
Name an attraction or town close to home that you still haven’t got around to visiting. Growing up near Brighton Beach, with childhood memories of my mom working at the New York Aquarium in Brooklyn, I’ve always had a fondness for aquatic life. However, despite living in New Jersey, I have yet to visit the…