4 Poems That Inspire Hope
Poetry and prayer have always been positive tools in my life. When I’m having a tough day or going through a difficult season, it’s nice…
Culture
How to Be a More Respectful, Culturally Sensitive, and Conscious Tourist
When I studied abroad in Seville, Spain, my program was very strict about students only speaking Spanish, requiring it in the program office and encouraging…
Get Hyped: 5 Must-Play Video Games Coming Soon
Gaming has held a special place in my heart from a very young age. Playing has strengthened my connection with family and friends, taught me…
5 Ways to Avoid Mindless Screen Time
Maybe you can relate: It’s late at night, but instead of going to sleep, I’m on my phone, scrolling, scrolling, endlessly scrolling. Blog post after…
5 Books to Read Over and Over Again
Ever since I was little, I’ve loved to read. Books are still my most prized possessions and something I truly cherish. Over the years, there…
Thank You for Being a Friend: The Comfort of Nostalgic TV Shows
Late one night after watching the news and discovering that my usual late-night TV shows were reruns, I scanned through the channels. As I flipped…
The Traveling Spoon: 6 Ways to Experience New Cultures Through Food
Under normal—aka non-COVID-19—circumstances, food is one of my favorite ways to get the most out of travel. While abroad or even on domestic trips, experiencing a…
How to Be a Food Tourist at Home
When I think back to the year I spent in Italy as part of my undergrad degree in languages, what sticks in my mind above…
Watch These 7 Not-So-Scary Movies to Get Into The Halloween Spirit
What’s better than dressing like your favorite cartoon character and grabbing as many King-Size Reese’s Cups as you can get your hands on? While my…
6 Novels to Make You Think Deeply About Faith
Though I’m a person of faith who loves to read, I’ve never been one for religious fiction. I’m sure there are excellent Christian novels out…