Writing for the Common Good
Yesterday Facebook reminded me that 17 years ago I studied abroad in Budapest, Hungary. How was that 17 years ago? It seems like it was just yesterday I was having this photo taken of me playing on that swing in a little Hungarian town in the countryside. A lot of lessons and growth happened during... Continue Reading →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
Shout out to all my singles! As a chronically single person, I know that Valentine’s Day can be a hard day. Just remember that your worth is NOT dependent on if you have a significant other and don’t believe everything you see on social media. Recently I have been reflecting on how lucky I am... Continue Reading →
"The thousand injuries of Fortunato I had borne as I best could, but when he ventured upon insult I vowed revenge." It would be that opening line that would influence my life. I was in 8th grade literature class and we were reading and learning about Edgar Allan Poe's short story The Cask of Amontillado.... Continue Reading →
Today I was at Whale Fest, a community event raising awareness about the threats to whales in their habitats. Living in California and near the coast has many blessings, including being able to see whales. My family and I love to go whale watching and it never gets old seeing these beautiful creatures in person.... Continue Reading →
Caroline Evans 