Eating Through Amsterdam

Hannah Jane Zalewski December 13, 2022

Recently, I took a trip to the Netherlands during the weekend of Sinterklaas, which is the largest St. Nicholas celebration in the world. Although I unknowingly visited during this cultural celebration, thanks to my new Dutch friend, Anne, I arrived with… More

Remedies for Homesickness

Hannah Jane Zalewski November 21, 2022

It has been a total of 10 weeks since I have arrived in Ireland. Unfortunately, I have already experienced the most dreaded part of coming abroad: homesickness. But, there are some things I have found have helped me cope with this new challenge.    Say… More

Falling in Love with the Emerald Isle

Hannah Jane Zalewski October 28, 2022

In my month and a half spent in Ireland’s capital, I have found no greater joy than embracing the Irish outdoors. While I consider myself a semi-frequent hiker back in the states, I came to the country blissfully unaware of the outdoor opportunities across… More

Moving Outward: Sprinting and Smiling

Hannah Jane Zalewski October 10, 2022

I picture life as a collection of never-ending concentric circles. Each circle representing a new comfort zone that is designed to be left behind. Where daily challenges are simply opportunities to journey closer towards that outermost circle.  Coming… More