On the Words of Forrest Gump: The Decision
“That day, for no particular reason, I decided to go for a little run.” When Forrest says this line, he is referring to the time when he decided to take […]
On the Words of Forrest Gump: A Preview
Over the next few weeks, I’m going to periodically post on the words of Forrest Gump. For anyone who has seen this movie, you know all the quotable lines. “Can’t sit […]
TOMORROW!!!
I GO HOME TO AMERICA TOMORROW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The alarm clock will ring around 8.00am, but I’m 90% sure I will be up well before then out of pure excitement. It is […]
The Expectation and Reality of Living Abroad
When moving abroad, we have many expectations of what our life will be in this new foreign land, but the reality of the situation is usually quite different. — Expectation: Finding […]
I’m a Mess, and That’s Okay
I am a single twenty-two year old college graduate who lives in Ireland working as a temp with no means of settling down anytime soon. 1. I do not have […]
The Ever Growing List of Foods I Want From Home
Waffle House (Best late night food you will ever eat. Who said breakfast can’t be for dinner) Chick-fil-A (God’s gift to mankind) Pigs in a Blanket Sausage Balls (Don’t get me started) Captain D’s (I […]
Six Months of Ireland Montage
So many amazing moments over the last six months! Here is a visual montage of my life over the course of half a year in Ireland. Make sure to click […]
Today I am Thankful for Close Friends
One of the best parts of living in Ireland is having someone from home so close by. Marian lives in Belfast, Northern Ireland, a mere two and a half hours via bus […]
My Mantra
Do you have words that you live by? A quote by your favorite author or a definition that states exactly what you are? Maybe a Bible verse that comforts you […]
Four Month Check Point
It’s been four months since I left home for Ireland, and I am so happy that I did. Everyday is different. Some days are happily spent with my friends goofing […]
Last night, I forgot where I was
I am in my giant antique bed with all ten pillows around me. The bed has a tall headboard with an intricate design carved into it. The footboard’s carvings match […]
Im Gonna Miss
I’m gonna miss that build up on Christmas Eve. I’m gonna miss the congregation coming together for Christmas Eve service to remember the coming of Christ to this world. I’m […]