"What book has had a profound impact on you?" As a book lover, I get this question a lot. Over the years I have really struggled with the answer and have chosen to answer instead with the authors that have impacted me like Edgar Allan Poe, F. Scott Fitzgerald, John Steinbeck and H.P Lovecraft. But... Continue Reading →
Raining Day Reflections
A summer in Ireland made me get over not liking the rain and viewing it as an annoyance. I had a full day of internship training all over Dublin, outside in the pouring rain. I was soaked to the bone. But now, with the right gear, I am totally fine just standing in the rain.... Continue Reading →
The Words of MLK: More Relevant Than Ever
Like millions, I admire Martin Luther King, and I love a good quote by him. He was such a great speaker and writer that it is hard not to be moved by his words. But I don't want to simply be another white person sharing a quote from King on MLK Day. I do believe... Continue Reading →
Celebrating Personal Growth: Achievements in 2025
I have been trying to reflect and celebrate my achievements more. As a perfectionist, this is really hard for me because I am constantly raising the bar for myself and nothing seems to be an achievement. But there is so much I can celebrate about myself, so I want to take a moment and do... Continue Reading →
How to Support Nonprofits Beyond Giving Tuesday
In case you didn't know, today is Giving Tuesday. If you are like me, you love nonprofits and your inbox is flooded with pleas for donations. To be honest, I feel overwhelmed today. What organizations do I support? What will happen to those who I don't support? What am I supposed to do? First thing... Continue Reading →
It’s All Smoke & Mirrors
Today is Thanksgiving and like other holidays, people struggle with the day. Whether it is the history of the holiday, family dynamics or a tough relationship with food, there are many reasons to struggle and have mixed emotions. If you are struggling today, you are not alone and your feelings are valid. A reminder for... Continue Reading →
Finding Beauty in Everyday Moments in Latacunga
How often do you take a moment and savor the beauty in the ordinary? I know in my day-to-day life, I do this very little. And when it comes to travel, FORGET ABOUT IT! When I travel I want to see the big and beautiful. I desire to experience the "must see" of the place.... Continue Reading →
Read Banned Books, It’s Good for You
I love that for this year’s banned book week I am in Florida. I’m proud to say that I love and read banned books. The below picture shows SOME of the banned books I own and have read. As a person who studied literature and history in college, I don’t believe that any book should... Continue Reading →
Learning about Ecuador, One Page at a Time (Ecuador Unfolds Series)
When traveling, there are so many preparations that need to take place before the plane reaches the sky. Laundry, cleaning, shopping, doctor appointments, packing etc. Most of these I hate doing. My favorite travel prep I do is reading. When I travel I try to learn about the places I go and I particularly love... Continue Reading →
New Travel Blog Series: Ecuador Unfolds
I'm excited to kick off a new travel blog series: Ecuador Unfolds! This summer I was fortunate enough to go to Ecuador for the first time and explore the physical and communal beauty that defines the country. The main reason that this trip was unique was because I was able to travel like a local.... Continue Reading →
Caroline Evans 