Self reflection
I was thinking a bit about the progress I’ve made in personal growth since my marriage ended. During my marriage I became part of the… Read More »Self reflection
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Gratitude Jar
At the beginning of the year I saw this fantastic idea on Facebook: a gratitude jar. You write down things you are thankful or grateful… Read More »Gratitude Jar
Motivation Lag
I’m having the less-desirable effects from travel this week. First jet-lag, now motivation lag… It’s Wednesday, and I’m absolutely dragging my feet in regards to… Read More »Motivation Lag
International Village
Well, I’m back in the U.S.A. I had a pretty fantastic two weeks in the Netherlands. My final days in Amsterdam are a bit of… Read More »International Village
Last day in Wageningen
I was only in Wageningen for a little over one week, but I was still sad about leaving this afternoon. In such a short time,… Read More »Last day in Wageningen
Through the eyes of a child
I was invited to a birthday BBQ tonight. Grilled squid, ribs, tomato with feta, peppers with feta, salad, cake, chocolate bananas… All enjoyed along the… Read More »Through the eyes of a child
Not in Kansas anymore
Or am I? Mostly I’m just working right now, but things are just different enough to remind me that I’m not in Kansas anymore. At… Read More »Not in Kansas anymore
Almost on my way
There’s just something about traveling somewhere new. Even before you leave there’s a sense of anticipation and discovery while planning the places you might like… Read More »Almost on my way
Inspired by solidarity
When I came to USF I was extraordinarily happy to learn that GAs (Graduate Assistants) had a labor union. The USF chapter of UFF Graduate Assistants… Read More »Inspired by solidarity