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Serendipitous
Currently reading: Start Something That Matters by Blake Mycoskie Back in January, Rachel gave me this book written by Blake Mycoskie, the founder, or “Chief Shoe Giver,” of TOMS. After taking some time for myself away from school to visit … Continue reading
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Transitions
A good friend of mine recently told me that one of the things she liked most about reading my blog is that I say things as they are and keep it real. So even though I planned to keep some … Continue reading
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And It Begins
Today was the first day of precourses, and even though it was an easier day I still feel wiped out. This morning’s events went a little different than expected. Our first order of business for the day was a welcome … Continue reading
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Carbivore
Before I get into all the important details of how my move’s been going, I thought I would start with this: I’m going to get so fat here. It’s day 2 of me being in Milano and all I’ve eaten is … Continue reading
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Sono Arrivato
I’m sitting in a comfy private car, being whisked away to my classic Milanese studio. It sounds a lot fancier than it really is. The reality is that “my studio” is only mine for this week and if I don’t … Continue reading
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Whatever You Do, Don’t Panic
It was September 2004. I was on a flight to Madrid by myself for a study abroad program. It was the first time I’d be away from home for such a long period of time. In the plane I started … Continue reading
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Isn’t it Ironic
As I’m sitting at my gate at LAX with my trusty ninja turtle backpack, waiting to head east to Milano, it suddenly dawns on me that it was a year ago this day that I headed out for my backpacking … Continue reading
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Spoiler Alert
In one week at this time I’ll be touching down in Milan, carrying overstuffed suitcases and a big confused look on my face. Thus begins prep week for Part II of my move (and, unfortunately, more packing.) But first, up … Continue reading
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Let’s Take The Scenic Route Turns 1!
Wow. Has it already been one year? A year ago I wrote my first post for Let’s Take the Scenic Route. Back then, I wasn’t looking farther than the four month journey ahead and my blog was not much more … Continue reading
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Spain, The Football Dynasty
Sigh. The Euro 2012 Championships has ended. Don’t get me wrong, that was a happy sigh with Spain winning and all. Not every fan is fortunate to have 4 blissful years of straight wins with no tears shed (which I … Continue reading
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