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Kelly O'Halloran

Morning Walks Through Gramercy Park

Living just north of the neighborhood Gramercy Park, I'm able to walk through this charming area of Manhattan without paying the price....

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Visiting the Oldest Winery in Connecticut

Just down the street from where I grew up, in the hills of Litchfield, CT is the state's oldest winery, Haight-Brown Vineyard. At about...

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Simple Ways I Made My NYC Bedroom Feel Calm and Cozy

Painting walls a lighter color and adding built-in shelves can certainly add depth and give a homey feel to an apartment. But, I'm not...

Kelly O'Halloran

Visiting The Philippines for the First Time

My mother was born and raised in the Philippines and she moved to the U.S. when she was 21 years old. As someone who is half-Filipino,...

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An Afternoon All About Tea

There's a reason that Afternoon Tea, a British tradition from the mid 1800's, is still a popular outing. From the deliciously fresh...

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Christmas in New York: Tourist Attractions & Nearby Local Finds

The end of December rolls around and the streets of New York City start to shift. In Midtown Manhattan, a rush of tourists congregate at...

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Summer Look Makeup Tutorial

Since quarantining and working remotely in my NYC Apartment starting in March, I've worn a significantly less amount of makeup. No longer...

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You Can Only Go Up From Your First NYC Apartment

The summer after my sophomore year of college, I moved to New York City for the very first time. Even though I'm from Connecticut, I had...

This blog shares my experiences of living and working in NYC, while exploring my interests in acting, traveling, fitness & health, and beauty & fashion, all to seek the rare moments in everyday living.