A Letter from My Courage. What follows is a letter that I wrote on February 16th, 2019– just short of Valentine’s Day. It is written to myself from my courage. The letter addresses a lie I often find myself believing and works to call out every way in which this lie lacks validity. …
This weekend, I was walking my dogs through a nearby park, gazing admiringly at the clear blue sky while cherishing the sound of birds chirping. Among the tranquility, I found myself reflecting on the past six months. They have consisted of the most enriching experiences of my life and resulted in …
The Cheerleader These friends know how to PUMP. YOU. UP. They are your biggest supporters and always ready to cheer you on. These friends yell the loudest for your accomplishments and jump for joy when you share good news. Even more, each “Hooray!” is genuine and meaningful. They love to …
I’m not sure why I’m feeling especially inspired this evening. Perhaps it’s sparked by the extra time I was able to spend with family or the two hour drive I had back to school. Regardless, my heart’s been speaking non-stop and as I started to write, I realized that I …
I had so much fun this week collaborating with my sweet friend, Kelli Calkin, to bring you our top 7 tips to enjoying alone time! Kelli has her own blog called Kiss and Kell and YOU GUYS, IT IS STUNNING. SERIOUSLY, I CAN’T HANDLE IT. If you’re not already familiar with Kelli’s work, a …
YOU GUYS! 22 whole years of living. What is this life? Stop the madness! I am exactly 8 years away from being 30. 30!!!!!!! I can’t even on so many levels right now. — Alright. Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, it’s time to share my heart …
For those that have spent time with me , you know the role that positivity plays in my life. Perhaps we’ve sipped coffee at a local cafe or shared our hearts over a bottle of wine. It is the cornerstone of my day and the central focus of everything that …
1. Magenta Located on a corner and away from most foot traffic, Magenta cafe & bar is one of Salamanca’s best kept secrets. My favorite time of day to visit the cafe is during tapa time as it has an impressive selection and offers a wide spectrum of options beyond …
1. Discounts As a study abroad student, you have so many discounts available to you. Many of these discounts require no more than a few clicks of effort to find. If you’re studying in Europe, you likely have a student visa to stay in the country for an extended period …
Choose Yourself– Today, Tomorrow, Always. I decided to give myself the world instead of waiting around for someone else to do it for me. I decided laughing was the best medicine for a bad day, cold weather, or hurting heart. I decided to buy myself flowers frequently because I am …
