I came across a post that said "I feel like I am constantly worrying about the next part of my life without realizing that I'm right in the middle of what I used to look forward to." Recognizing that this described my exact situation was a much needed wake up call. Although I've been working … Continue reading My Gastronomical Gap Year
Can I get a Connection?
I was once told that I was a great conversationalist, to which I earnestly replied "you're one as well!" because our conversation flowed so naturally. I don't think I'm great at making conversation, but I do think that the right person can bring out a good conversation in almost anyone. It was then that I … Continue reading Can I get a Connection?
Passions
Seeing people talk about their passions with a glimmer in their eyes and excitement in their voices warms my heart. It shows that they have things they care about enough to help them keep going. I've been lucky enough to meet some who have shared their passions with me. One found a love of running … Continue reading Passions
Feeling All The Feels
I've noticed some make resentful comments about how they were going to be single on Valentines Day. Being single means that you can focus 100% of your energy into yourself to explore your interests and grow, yet some choose to direct that energy towards being bitter about not having someone instead. Lacking a romantic relationship on … Continue reading Feeling All The Feels
Saying Yes
I came into the new year with a lot of hope and declared 2019 to be a lot of things. It will be the year I cut down on sugar, eat better, take skincare seriously, learn how to be alright with being alone, speak with eloquence and confidence, and fall in love whether it be … Continue reading Saying Yes
Homecoming
The other night, I began reading Michelle Obama's book. In the first chapter "Becoming Me", she talks about growing up in Chicago. Through her eloquent writing and Andy's romanticized childhood recollections, I've never felt such a connection to a place. Especially one I've only been to twice. I remembered being mesmerized by the same glittering … Continue reading Homecoming
How to Handle Heartbreak
For Halloween this year, I found inspiration in Lara Jean Covey from Jenny Han's To All the Boys I've Loved Before. Lara Jean is a high school junior who writes letters to boys she has intense feelings for to help process her feelings and keeps these letters in a box in her closet. 5 boys, … Continue reading How to Handle Heartbreak
It’s Always Been a Scary Time
Since school ended in May, I've been in my own bubble trying to figure out my life. In the last several weeks, my feed was flooded with posts about "Dr. Ford" and "Kavanaugh". I hadn't the slightest idea who these people were, and I felt stupid for being so absent from the outside world that … Continue reading It’s Always Been a Scary Time
The Entire History of You Through Me
Recently I came across a posting and I was so excited as I sent it to Lily: "I'm working on casting a feature film for Paramount Pictures, and we are in need of some REAL best friends to be featured in the film. We are looking for genuine people with a real history together. "Real … Continue reading The Entire History of You Through Me
My Dear Alpha Xi Delta
When I first went Alpha Xi, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. I had gotten out of a bad relationship I had been in since high school, and as a shy commuter student, I hadn't had the opportunity to make many friends. Since then, Alpha Xi Delta has significantly impacted my … Continue reading My Dear Alpha Xi Delta
