What could I know about dating, right? I’m 22. I’m the first to admit dating confuses me, as it does many. I’m pretty sure online dating wouldn’t exist if everyone knew how to pair off on their own. Can you imagine? Just being able to do this organically in an efficient matter? In this imaginary…
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SHE CALLED ME "HONEY GIRL"
It’s gloomy in Madison today. The sun is hiding. It’s much cooler than the last few 90 degree days we have experienced. But I find it fitting for the news I woke up to this morning. In March of my freshman year I found out that my Grandma Barb was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Ever…
Read MoreWHAT IT’S LIKE TO HAVE A BIG AGE GAP BETWEEN SIBLINGS
Anyone who knows me knows that I adore my little sister. Of course I love my other siblings and the rest of my family. But not much compares to the special bond that I have formed with this sweet little girl, and I think our 15-year age difference has made us even closer. We are…
Read MoreTOP 10 FAVORITE TV COUPLES
*Spoiler Alert* I apologize if you have one of these shows on your to-watch list, and you don’t already know that these couples get together. But when you watch it actually happen, I promise it will still be magical, because these couples are meant to be. 10. April and Andy // Parks and Rec Admittedly,…
Read MoreA LOVE LETTER TO SUMMER
Dear Summer, I have never been in love. I have been in lust (as you can see here, here, and here). But with you it’s different. I promise this isn’t something I say to every other season. The time I spend with you is extra special, because I know it cannot last forever. But the…
Read More10 THINGS TO THANK MY MOM FOR ON MOTHER’S DAY
When I was little, my mom told me that one day I would want to leave and go live somewhere else on my own. I told her that I was certain that day would never come, because I loved my mommy and daddy so much. Sure enough, she was right–as always. The day came, and…
Read More7 THINGS I NEVER WANT MY LITTLE SISTER TO FEEL
As a big sister to a 4-year-old, I often think about how much she hasn’t experienced. There is so much she has to learn. She is so innocent, and I wish that I could preserve her innocence forever. I know that it sounds cliché, but I feel like I am missing out on so much.…
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