College is where you have some of the greatest times and make some of the best memories. Catch up on my crazy, weird, and awesome adventures while at Missouri State University.
Good morning and happy Monday! As I sit here, sipping my coffee and looking out the window, I can't help but disagree a little with the bad rap Monday's have always gotten. I have a certain sweet spot for Monday's. A new beginning, a fresh start, a chance to make this week better than the … Continue reading Coffee & Catch-ups: Grad School and Wedding Planning
"You are the greatest person I met. You always make me smile when I see you." This note was written by tiny hands and given to me on Wednesday. After volunteering every week at the Springfield Dream Center, my last day had finally arrived and it was time to say goodbye to all of the … Continue reading Learning About Love From Underprivileged Children
One of the best parts about having a blog is that one day in the future you can look back on all those moments you never want to forget. This was one of those moments: A couple weeks ago, I went on a coffee date with my friend, Nicole. We pulled up outside Mudhouse, a … Continue reading How a Coffee Date Turned into Meeting Drake Bell
At the age of 21, I never thought that I would be going back to the dorm life. Then again, I never really thought I'd be living in England either. Life is funny that way, isn't it? I've had a lot of people asking what my flat looks like and how I like it so … Continue reading Welcome to My New Home
To me, you were always "Kellie's little brother" or "that kid on the track team." I never would have thought you would someday be "my boyfriend." Our relationship started out as a silly, slightly awkward friendship during a short run-in in the school parking lot. To me, it was just another casual conversation. I had … Continue reading 10 Times I Forgot to Say Thank You to My Boyfriend
Every time I talk to someone about my study abroad experience, I am met with many of the same questions from each person. For those who won't see me before I leave, I thought these "frequently asked questions" would give you an idea of where I'll be and what I'll be doing once September rolls … Continue reading My Study Abroad Experience: FAQs
The outdoor amphitheater was alive with chatter and laughing. You could feel the excited energy that radiated from each person. Suddenly, the lights went dark and the once noise-filled air became silent. Smoke began streaming slowly onto the stage as the crowd stood, watching intently. Soft music played in the background as, one after another, … Continue reading All the Right Moves in All the Right Places
If you've seen the news lately, I'm sure you've seen headlines about the recent acts of terror in the UK. First, a bombing in Manchester and then attacks in London. It has struck fear into the hearts of many and has left the world wondering what will happen next. With my departure for England only … Continue reading Studying Abroad With Turmoil in the UK
When I was a kid, I attended my fair share of bridal showers. What can I say? My mom has a big family. I remember at each one I was always a little confused as to why most, if not all, of the bridesmaids were the bride's college friends. Didn't she have any friends from … Continue reading Why Your College Friends Will Be Your Forever Friends
With each passing year, I learn more about life and about myself. This year was no different. There were some major lows and some great highs. I cried out of grief, laughed with friends, and cringed from embarrassment. That's life -- messy and beautiful all at once. While you can't learn everything from me, it … Continue reading 5 Lessons I Learned My Sophomore Year of College
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