It’s finally Summertime! I usually share travel guides, tips, and reviews from destinations all over the world, but nothing in my own backyard. This summer I’m taking a break from going away to do more in New York. An issue I see often is going to the beach, water park or vacation is black people […]
Category Archives: Lifestyle
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Mar
Mar
My name is JoAnna and I am awkward… I was super excited to learn that today is National Awkward Moments Day. I have no idea how or when it started, but I do the quirkiest things and actually have learned to embrace it. For years I felt bad for feeling this way because I didn’t […]
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Mar
Mar
I’ve been paying more attention to my body and think a spa day is just what I need. A few weeks ago, my cousin extended an invitation to the steam room and sauna at the W Hotel’s Bliss Spa. It’s been a while since I’ve received any sort of spa treatment; in Thailand, we received a massage […]
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Mar
Mar
My whole college career consisted of going to work and going to school which left me with a bunch of papers and clothes. I just accumulated a lot of STUFF and it kept on growing through the years. In efforts of making my apartment the home I want, today being the Day of No Clutter […]
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Jan
Jan
I try my best to learn SOMETHING new when traveling solo and my recent hike to Sant Jeroni on a Montserrat day trip was definitely life-changing. The highest point is 1,236 m (4,055 ft) and the hike to Sant Jeroni is an estimated 4-5 hours going up and down, but it took me close to 7. I wanted […]
10
Jan
Jan
I took a break for the past few days to spend time with friends and family, practice self-care, and map out how I want this year to go. Last year I set goals and pushed myself to Do Better and it resulted in me becoming [somewhat] more consistent and realizing the value I have on the platforms I’ve […]
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Dec
Dec
2016 was a great year for the Joanna E platform as a whole. I’m truly grateful for every social share and excited to see what 2017 has to offer. If you’re new here or have missed a few posts, here is Joanna E.com’s best of 2016 10 – 3 Ways to Find Extra Money to Travel […]
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Dec
Dec
Adding to food, drinks or desserts, nothing says the holiday season like cranberries! A few weeks ago, I shared a quick and easy recipe for a Non Alcoholic Cranberry Lime Spritzer perfect for friends or kids at holiday parties. In celebration of the season, I’m sharing a roundup of cranberry-themed posts from members in my Social Fabric community. I hope one of the posts […]
Beauty, Caribbean, Lifestyle, Natural Hair, Style, Travel
100+ Caribbean and Black Owned Businesses to Support
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Nov
Nov
Growing up I lived in a predominately black neighborhood with a number of Caribbean and Black owned businesses like laundromats, restaurants, hair salons, grocery stores, and more. As I’ve gotten older I’ve seen the neighborhood change drastically and it hurts to see some of these businesses close due to gentrification and their children not wanting […]
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Nov
Nov
It’s the holiday season and that means people will be decorating the house, visiting Christmas Markets, and looking their best for dinners and holiday parties. The best thing about holiday parties are the drinks, but what about non-alcoholic options for non-drinkers, designated driver, and kids? If you’re hosting a holiday party this year, here’s a […]