After compiling a list of all the movies I want to see (I use Asana for stuff like this!), I found myself watching way more movies than I normally would, and across a wider range of genres. Instead of watching a tv show or repeating my go-to movies over and over, I actually watched the … Continue reading 51 Movies I Watched in the Last Year and a Half
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2020 Reads
If 2020 was good for one thing, it was reading more than I ever have before (well, since I was little and read ~12 picture books a day). I read so many books that had been on my to-read or to-read-read list for ages, as well as some new releases and a few that I … Continue reading 2020 Reads
All the Books to Dream about Living in France
Before the possibility of moving to France was ever a blip on our radar, I fell in love with France. I had long loved the French language, but it wasn't until I dove into reading stories about foreigners experiencing life abroad that I fell in love with all aspects of French culture. If you want … Continue reading All the Books to Dream about Living in France
Interesting Articles
Here are several fascinating articles I've found recently... *#AllTheIssues* š French election: on the difference between Le Pen and Macron Truth about the suckiness of US Health Care (we spent way more money with nothing to show for it) Biblical feminismĀ (aka equality) Facts about refugees Enlightening truth about white privilegeĀ A picture of today's working … Continue reading Interesting Articles
Magic Tidying: How to Follow the Kon-Mari Method (Part II)
This is a follow-up post. If you missed the first one, find it here! Organization Should I really fold all of my clothes? Won't that take too much time? Does it really work? My answer to this question is a resounding YES. Even after reading the book and seeing her photos, I did not … Continue reading Magic Tidying: How to Follow the Kon-Mari Method (Part II)
How to Find an Airbnb
Since I found out about airbnb, it has been my to-go lodging resource when scoping out a new travel destination. Some of its perks are: getting a feel for the local vibe, meeting residents of the town, visiting a new home, getting personalized recommendations of the area, and having more space and often being cheaper … Continue reading How to Find an Airbnb
A Garden for Bees
Bees are crucial to the environment. As pollinators, they protect plants by aiding in reproduction. They are necessary for the survival of certain species, many of which we rely on for food such as almonds, apples, peaches, and berries. By having a garden that attracts bees, you can help this endangered species stick around. The … Continue reading A Garden for Bees
Spring Blooms
Just wanted to share some photos of flowering trees that have been making my middle of the semester, not-sure-what-the-weather-is-doing days. Thanks Virginia Tech, for being so inspiring and uplifting this spring! By the way, if you haven't yet, would you mind taking this quick survey letting me know your thoughts about my blog? I appreciate … Continue reading Spring Blooms
Magic Tidying: How to Follow the Kon-Mari Method (Part I)
I mentioned previously that I read Marie Kondo's book, Spark Joy. Since finishing it and starting the tidying marathon (as she calls it), I still had a few questions about how to make tidying decisions. With a desire for more direction, and simply because I enjoyed reading the book, I downloaded the first book in … Continue reading Magic Tidying: How to Follow the Kon-Mari Method (Part I)
A Quick Survey
Hi friends! Today is your chance to share feedback about what you think about this space! I have a quick, six-question survey for you to tell me a few thoughts about my blog. Would you take 2 minutes and give me a little insight into what you think about this site? I would super appreciate … Continue reading A Quick Survey