There is no place on earth more magical than the Sahara Desert. Visiting the Erg Chebbi, one of Morocco’s two sand dune paradises, was definitely one of the highlights of my 10 day trip to the North African country. Getting to the Erg Chebbi is no small feat. Located in the remote eastern edge of … Continue reading
Category Archives: It’s Life
Erg to Your Heart’s Delight at Row Studios in West U!
If you’re looking to row, row, row your boat and get your butt kicked at the same time, head on over to Row Studios. I’ve been doing the month trial at this fitness studio and challenging myself with the unique combination of rowing and high intensity workouts. Row Studios, located in the West U area, … Continue reading
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Boutiques in Houston
If you’re passionate about shopping local and supporting the best of Houston boutiques look no further than the fabulous scene that’s blossoming in the Heights, Montrose, Rice Village and more! We’re not fashion bloggers here at It’s Not Hou It’s Me, but we do wear clothes. And when we wear clothes, we love to rep … Continue reading
Where to Donate Your Things in Houston (There’s a Place for EVERYTHING!)
I might be one of the most organized people you ever meet. Bold statement, I know. But I stand by that assertion. I always have inbox zero, my spices are alphabetized and my closet is color coordinated. The only person I know who is more organized is my mother. (I once heard her in a … Continue reading
10 Things You Can’t Miss at an Astros Game at Minute Maid Park
God Bless Texas and all the glories that come with a good sportsball game. In case you live under a rock, Houston has some of the best sports teams in Texas and the experience to see them play live is like no other…especially when you’re talking about the 2017 World Series Champs Astros! Whether or … Continue reading
What It’s Like to be a Big for Big Brothers Big Sisters
For about six months, I’ve been a big sister to an 11-year-old girl named La’Star. We’ve pet goats, watched movies, ice skated, drank slushies, painted pictures — the list goes on and on — and it all was made possible by Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star. Being a big sister in in Houston is … Continue reading
5+ Houston Events You Can’t Miss in April
It may be April, but Houston ain’t fooling around on tons of fun events! And, actually, maybe I’m just hungry, but there’s a lot of eating going on around town this month. Wow, we are super blessed. PS. Did we miss something great? Comment below or email us to let us know and we can … Continue reading
Changing my Perspective with Life Coaching at Modern Therapy in Houston
This past month, I had the opportunity to invest in myself with time well spent at life coaching. Over the course of five weeks, I met with Holly Coneway of Modern Therapy in Houston to discuss everything under the sun from my emotional well-being to work goals, relationships and purpose in life. What is Life … Continue reading
5+ Houston Events You Can’t Miss in March
Happy hopping spring, y’all. Rodeo is here, which is exciting and overwhelming. All things rodeo can be found right here! If you’re looking to diversify your events and commitments, see our below list of events. And come back whenever — we’re always updating our events posts as we learn of more fun things to do. … Continue reading
Fall in Love with YogaOne
People are moving to Houston every day. A few years back, I was one of those people starting a new life in this city. I had just graduated college, gotten my first full-time job, found a great (if not, slightly, overpriced) apartment in Midtown, and was starting out fresh! Everything in my life had been … Continue reading