Lauren Bernstein's (laurenbernstein) Blog

To celebrate the purchase of my first condo four years ago, my agent gave me a $50 gift certificate to a local tea shop and a plant for my closing gift.  I appreciated the gifts because my agent listened to me and my interests and purchased accordingly (she knew how much I love tea). It was very ...

Each year I fall victim to the dreariness of Seattle's dark and wet winter. I become lethargic, unmotivated and peckish (mostly for carbs). In winter, I need more sleep and ironically more caffeine to provide enough energy for the day. Then spring comes, and I am myself again! I appreciate brigh...