In a Nutshell
other blog: fabulously broke in the city
minimalist since: 2007 -- why minimalism?
talk to me: contact me here!
current location: canada/usa
home: hotel room
owns: 3 suitcases 2 carryons of stuff
# of items: more than 100!
furniture: 1 japanese futon
works: business consultant
gadgets: macbook pro, ipod touch (pda)
drinks: earl grey cream tea
practices: rebel yoga and de-cluttering
loves: minimalism, $$ management, traveling
quirk: must prep my food before eating
Latest Headlines
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Minimalist Wallet Series: Amy from lightninginastarrysky
Posted on 15 November , 2011 | 7 CommentsWhat’s in Amy’s Bag Ok. I must say to start that my ‘wallet’ definitely isn’t the most minimal thing I own. In fact, I tend to lug a lot of... -
The Internet Bubble We All Live In
Posted on 14 November , 2011 | 5 CommentsJust the other day I heard a guy on the street exclaim to his friend: What? You don’t know what Twitter is? Granted, these are 20-to-30-somethings who have sort of... -
The Everyday Minimalist Top Posts – October 2011
Posted on 11 November , 2011 | 1 CommentOctober 2011 What’s the best thing about being a minimalist? Don’t let naysayers determine your life Should you give up your hobbies to be a minimalist How minimalist you are... -
Macau – Temple
Posted on 10 November , 2011 | 3 CommentsWe found this temple wandering around the streets of Macau. It is just.. so cool to see something so beautifully kept and a holy place for people to go to... -
Quote of the Month: Leonardo da Vinci
Posted on 9 November , 2011 | No Comments“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.” Leonardo da Vinci -
Minimalist Wallet Series: Ishrat Trishna of Tashrin
Posted on 8 November , 2011 | 1 CommentWhat’s in Ishrat’s Bag: phone – music player book (currently Indian Art in Detail) headphones cards (unlimited yoga, student id, debit, library , grocery points) transit passes keys lip... -
Packing for a long trip in the middle of Autumn or Winter
Posted on 7 November , 2011 | 15 CommentsMost people go on vacation in the summer so this may not be relevant to many, but if you do a lot of business traveling year round or you are... -
How many slaves do you have working for you?
Posted on 4 November , 2011 | 25 CommentsThe Slavery Footprint is an interesting, interactive survey that EVERYONE should take when they have time. No matter how good you think you’re being, if you own any modern appliance... -
Shanghai – The Bund
Posted on 3 November , 2011 | 2 CommentsThe Bund is the name for the view in Shanghai. It’s of the buildings that are downtown (the ones you saw from the Shanghai skyview height of The Can Opener),... -
Putting a value to sleep in your life
Posted on 2 November , 2011 | 10 CommentsAs of late, I’ve had my sleep disrupted from false (arg!) fire alarms in my building. It has thrown off my schedule for sleeping, waking me up at odd hours,... -
Minimalist Wallet Series: Tabatha from Peace and Joy
Posted on 1 November , 2011 | 4 CommentsWhat’s in Tabatha’s Wallet When I don’t need to carry my phone I use a Jupiter Freedom arm wallet. It has a removable strap so I can use it like... -
Should you give up your hobbies to become a minimalist?
Posted on 31 October , 2011 | 16 CommentsREADER SCOTT ASKED: What are your thoughts about minimalist with hobbies or extracurricular activities? Your blogs are a hobby to you, but what about craftsmen, musicians, collectors (not hoarders), travelers?... -
What’s your number?
Posted on 28 October , 2011 | No CommentsA great link by BBC — enter in your birth date and figure out where you are, exactly -
Off Schedule Announcement: Selling stuff from my closet – Part Two
Posted on 27 October , 2011 | 1 CommentAs you know I’m the bloggess for Fabulously Broke in the City as well, and I’m selling off things from my closet that I simply don’t have space in my... -
Beijing – Dongzhimen Street of Lights
Posted on 27 October , 2011 | 1 CommentThis street is famous for its red lanterns and restaurants. I found it magical!!! I really enjoyed wandering around the streets, feeling like I’m in some Communist Wonderland. Just kidding...