Audrey O'Brien, Author at Amendo

Audrey O'Brien

Audrey O’Brien is the editorial assistant for Amendo. She currently lives in New York with her son, a Pomeranian named Liam. She enjoys cheese fries, going to bed by 10 pm, and listening to the same 3 songs over and over again.

An Introvert’s Guide to Having a Social Life in a New City

Audrey O'Brien January 23, 2019

A few years ago, I accepted an internship opportunity and moved to New York City from Boston. I felt comfortable moving somewhere totally new because…

3 Things No One Told Me About Owning a Dog

Audrey O'Brien November 1, 2018

I have wanted a dog ever since I can remember. As a child, I wrote a letter asking Santa for one every single year. Unfortunately…

How to Shop Your Own Closet

Audrey O'Brien October 2, 2018

I love shopping for clothes. In my past, I frequently clogged up my inbox by signing up for too many mailing lists for that sweet,…

How to Fall in Love With Reading Again

Audrey O'Brien September 11, 2018

As a kid, I could read for hours on end and still get annoyed when my mom interrupted me saying it was time for dinner.…

Father’s Day Across the Miles: Gifts to Send Dad When You Live Far Away

Audrey O'Brien June 12, 2018

When brainstorming gift options for my mom this Mother’s Day, I tried crowdsourcing ideas from my friends. Every answer was some version of either sending…

3 Important Lessons I Learned From Bridget Jones

Audrey O'Brien April 25, 2018

In college, my favorite professor gave some advice that has always stuck with me. In response to a student asking what his favorite movie was,…

The Case for a Minimalist Wardrobe

Audrey O'Brien April 6, 2018

My best friend recently dealt with a bedbug crisis, unfortunately not an uncommon occurrence in New York City, and thus sent the majority of her…