Archive for July, 2010

Iconic England: 25 Best Photos of London

Saturday, July 31st, 2010

Tele_Booths_2It’s surprising how many iconic images we associate with England — from the Union Jack to double-decker buses to Big Ben.

And let’s not forget cabs, Bobbies, and pints!

These top 25 photos were taken during my June 2010 trip across the pond.

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The ABCs of Kids’ Giving – Giving U™

Wednesday, July 28th, 2010

post_sail_jake_and_erinGood habits start young, and charitable giving is no different. 

That’s why for Christmas one year, I set up a charitable giving program with my nephew Jake, who was 11 at the time. (Note: I also got him some kind of fancy razor scooter to protect my “favorite auntie” status.)… read more!

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Take the *Mini Makeover* Quiz

Friday, July 23rd, 2010

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Answer Yes or No to these 10 questions to find out if you’re ready to mini-ize your life…

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Touring London’s Tate

Wednesday, July 21st, 2010

warholJune 27, 2010 — London, England

It was tough to make time for “cultural” expeditions during our 1-week trip to London – especially because we had agreed beforehand that this was to be a “sporting” weekend: Wimbledon & World Cup watching.

So, try and we might to make it work,… read more!

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Summer School is Here – Giving U™

Saturday, July 17th, 2010

Sandhya_SharmaThis poll is now closed. The Go Erin Go! Fund donated $1,000 to the nonprofit organizaiton, Dreamer Hall of Fame, to support education in India.

We are so pleased to be sending Sandhya to secondary school. Sandhya is a 6th grade student who loves computers. Coming from a large family solelyread more!

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The Ultimate Wimbledon Experience

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Gate_4_3June 26, 2010 – Wimbledon

Wimbledon Day 2: I’ve always maintained that I’m the luckiest girl in the world — and Day #2 at Wimbledon proves it!

We were on our way to The Queue to take our position in line when heard the fateful announcement: The Queue wait was… read more!

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Who I am Today

Friday, July 9th, 2010

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Erin Now: Let’s just say I survived the early years (barely) and now I’m off and running! I’ve figured out how to continuing traveling, while running my own consulting firm. I try and travel at least 2 months out of the year.

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My Upbringing

Friday, July 9th, 2010

Age 4:   parochial school was no match for me
Age 4: parochial school was no match for me

Erin Then: My mom, Sam, tells stories about how I would scream bloody murder when placed in the playpen and would try and claw… read more!

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Red vs. Blond

Friday, July 9th, 2010

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I was born with some red hair, but it all fell out. Then I was bald for 2 years and Mom used to Elmer’s glue a pink bow on my head so people would know I was a girl. And then it came in blonde. So I was born a red-head and I’m a natural blonde. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.

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What is Adventure Philanthropy?

Friday, July 9th, 2010

GoErinGo is all about my Adventures in Living & Giving.

It’s basically an adventure philanthropy lifestyle, defined as equal parts inspiration and destination:

  • Inspiration:  Most of what I do in life revolves around philanthropy. I’m passionate about the idea of “participatory philanthropy” — that you don’t have to

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