When I first decided on my study abroad program, I narrowed my program down based on a variety of factors, heavily including a homestay. I have heard stories from both sides of the spectrum on homestay experiences and I decided that I would rather live… More
For my first few days of Dublin, I’ve been quite fortunate to learn a good many lessons already. Always print out a receipt, if given the option.At home, this is something I naturally do when using a card. If I’m paying with cash, however, I often… More
There’s always this calmness when the snow hits the beach sand for the very first time. I walked from jetty to jetty leaving my temporary footprints on the freshly fallen snow when it hit me- I’ll be leaving my comfort zone and traveling across the exact… More
It won’t take anyone very long to figure out that I am restless. From May 2016 to August 2017 I will have moved residency nine times. I admit, I miss my loved ones (horse especially) and it hasn’t been easy. But hey, might as well get an adventure out… More
Spending my last two weeks in Minnesota has been odd! I won’t miss scraping ice off car windshields, but I will miss my family, and my closet. I’ve been struggling with how to pack for studying abroad, and getting through the “What Ifs” of needing that… More