If you don't want to hear my life story, scroll to the bottom for more general gap year thoughts! With my gap year and last true summer of freedom coming to a close, I've been increasingly doubtful as to whether I've made the most of my time. Have I made enough meaningful memories and done … Continue reading Gap Year Reflections
Knoxville
Knoxville is a sweet little town on the Tennessee River. Everywhere you look, someone or something is dressed in orange and white, which was overwhelming at first, but has really grown on me. Being a mere 3 hours from Atlanta makes Knoxville great for a weekend trip destination. There is virtually no traffic by Atlanta standards … Continue reading Knoxville
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
Boston
For my last spring break ever, I wanted to travel to a new city instead of working at the nail salon like I've been doing since 9th grade. I had been talking about Nashville for several months, but we somehow decided on Boston, Massachusetts. Lily and I semi-spontaneously booked our flight in the middle of … Continue reading Boston
