I am by no means a traveling expert, but I hope to one day reflect on my life and know I traveled the world and enriched my life culturally. Recently, I have been trying to put together a few ideas on how to make the most of each experience. A professor once said there is … Continue reading Travel Different
Kissing the Blarney Stone!
One of my favorite excursions while in Ireland was our day trip to the world-famous Blarney Stone. The castle grounds seemed to go on forever - filled with gardens, mansions, and enchanting forests of greenery. Such an iconic experience and definitely worth a stop on your Irish road trip! The panoramic views from the top … Continue reading Kissing the Blarney Stone!
Cyber Monday Gift Guide 2016
If you're like me and hate fighting the Black Friday crowds... Cyber Monday is your favorite Monday of the year! Here's a quick guide on some of my favorite websites and gift finds this season! Alex & Ani 20% off + free shipping These bracelets make the best personal and sentimental gifts! American Eagle Outfitters … Continue reading Cyber Monday Gift Guide 2016
Ireland: Cork Edition
Cork, Ireland is one of the most charming, heartwarming cities I have ever been to. It is filled with gorgeous streets lined with cafes, restaurants, and shops. The people are cheerful, there are trees and old-fashioned lampposts along the sidewalks, and festive lights are streamed overhead. The one word that comes to mind when I … Continue reading Ireland: Cork Edition
Abundant Blessings
Happy Thanksgiving to my friends, family, and readers from around the world! Although our year is not quite yet over, I decided to reflect in the spirit of Thanksgiving on the abundant blessings and forever memories I have made. I started off 2016 packing up my life for the next sixth months and preparing to … Continue reading Abundant Blessings
Ireland: Castlemartyr Edition
Next stop on our Ireland "road trip:" Castlemartyr Resort & Spa! Our close friends and family know the journey it took to finally arrive here - it's quite the story to tell! Battling rental car companies, feeling defeated in Dublin, and finally opting for our last resort - a long, glorious bus ride through the … Continue reading Ireland: Castlemartyr Edition
An Open Letter to the Closed-Minds of America…
I am a 22 year old female, filled with compassion, love, and hope for the future. I woke up this morning with a heavy heart. Not because of who our President is, but because of who we are, as a nation, as humans. My social media feeds have been filled with nothing but hate, disgust, and … Continue reading An Open Letter to the Closed-Minds of America…
G R A T I T U D E .
The start of a new month is always refreshing and rejuvenating. It's a new beginning, a new opportunity, and you never know what lies ahead of you. As we enter the holiday season, I am going to try to focus my heart and mind on the things that mean the most to me - my … Continue reading G R A T I T U D E .
The Perfect Sunday: Fall Edition
Sunday's are always my favorite day of the week - some of my favorite ways to spend them are with friends and family - uplifting each other as we prepare for the long week ahead. A few weekends ago, my closest girl friends and I were somehow able to clear out our busy schedules and … Continue reading The Perfect Sunday: Fall Edition
Ireland: Dublin Edition
Let's all just take a moment to thank my amazing best friend, Kaela Koza, for flying halfway across the world to travel with me. First stop: Dublin, Ireland. After the most stressful day of our lives - Kaela was stuck in both Los Angeles and London within a 24 hour time period, and I was … Continue reading Ireland: Dublin Edition
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