Whenever you travel back to your hometown, you always seem to notice a couple of changes here and there. In my case, it is a little different. I visit the Dominican Republic every summer, which is my home country. I am from a very small town and it is amazing how such a poor area has grown into a pretty…
Issue #8
We drink to party. We drink to cry. We drink to rebel. I drink for culture.
After running up and down stairs, I double check and triple check every room in my house to make sure I’m not forgetting anything. My bags are packed and ready to go, waiting by the front door. I sit down and have a cup of coffee to keep me awake for whatever journey lay ahead. I wait for my dad…
As independent young people influenced by trends in the media and the need to aesthetically express ourselves, we can’t help but care about how we look in eyes of others. Not only that, but what we choose to wear determines our mood throughout the day and affects our weather sensitivity and bodily comfort. Clothing style can also hint at a…
One of the most important lessons I learned while studying abroad is to break out of your comfort zone, to push yourself to try new things. I got to Australia in the middle of July, and to be perfectly honest, it was terrifying. I knew I should be excited to be in a new place, but all I could think…
Some people take xannies for their anxiety. Some turn to drinking. For myself, and many others, running is the medication of choice. Starting my day by running 2-3 miles is more than a hobby: it’s a sacred ritual. I began running in June 2012, as a way to lose weight. I clearly remember the first time I went out. With chest…
Coming of age traditions serve as memorable milestones to look back upon and laugh (or cry) at. There’s nothing like commemorating a major milestone in your life with a memorable experience- with accompanying photo evidence for later shame. I live for the story. Funny embarrassing story that is. I can only mainly speak for the teen into adulthood years, but since…
Holding a door for the person walking behind you is supposedly a simple, time-endured act of kindness – meant as a polite demonstration of compassion and consideration for another human being. What few recognize, however, is the vast array of variable factors that must be thoroughly considered before door-holding: your relationship with those behind you, the distance of those behind…
In the past month, I have lived in three places. From home to school, I transferred from a cozy three bedroom house in the country with a pool and an adorable puppy to what turned out to be a space ever so slightly larger than a closet. What was supposed my magical, senior year apartment became more of a…
So far in London, I’ve enjoyed a show in the famous West End, visited the queen (and my future husband, Prince Harry) at Buckingham Palace and ridden on the top of a double decker bus. I’ve updated my wardrobe to be more chic and I’ve started casually incorporating the words flat and posh into my daily vocabulary. I’ve also spent a lot of money on alcohol, and for that I blame Freshers Week.