Change the Prophecy
/My heart is shadowed tonight with what-could-have-beens.
Read MoreMy heart is shadowed tonight with what-could-have-beens.
Read MoreLooking back on my time living in Britain, I realize that while it came with its fair share of quirks and challenges, I miss every bit of that endearing weirdness more than I ever expected.
Read MoreA few years ago, I realized I had a little habit. Okay, fine. A big habit. I was constantly shopping. Buying cute things that caught my eye, only to have them sit unworn in my closet, silently judging me. I’d swing between impulse purchases and aesthetic aspirations, always hoping the next item would be the missing piece that made me feel put-together. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t.
Read MoreI don’t know how else to say this, so I’ll just come right out with it.
I was very uncomfortable in my own skin.
Read MoreWhoever said “it’s not the destination, it’s the journey,” has either never flown economy or has seriously low standards. I hate to break it to you — but traveling kinda sucks. Sure, seeing new places is amazing, but the actual getting there part? A parade of stress, discomfort, and disappointment wrapped in a neck pillow.
Read MoreLet’s get something clear: being a picky eater is neither a moral failing nor an invitation for constant critique.
Read MoreThis year for our two-year wedding anniversary, my husband James and I decided to take a long weekend getaway to Vermont. Known for its stunning fall foliage, quaint towns, and picturesque landscapes, we thought it would be the perfect backdrop for our celebration and we had been planning this trip for pretty much the entirety of our marriage. While some parts of the trip exceeded our expectations, others were a bit of a letdown. But in the end, it was still a perfect anniversary escape and that’s truly all that matters - and it made for a great story…
Read MoreThere are certain trips that stay with you long after your plane touches back down at home.
Read MoreFew topics have inspired me to write LESS than this one is doing.
Read MoreI'm just another Millennial taking on life one cup of coffee at a time. My blog Espresso Myself is a place for me to be me, for myself, and for everyone else. Write on!
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