Parting is such sweet sorrow
If I ever learn anything while being at home, it's that I love my parents even more every time I see them. Hugs from your parents (when your parents are as loving as mine) have some sort of healing powers.…
The princess and the queen: The woman who made me who I am
Explaining how I feel about my mom is an interesting thing to do. It's difficult to put into words, because I don't know how to properly describe the woman who not only gave me life, but gave my life meaning…
Dealing with depression and arguing with anxiety
Hey, friends! I’ve been thinking about my anxiety and depression a lot lately, especially since I had a pretty great run without too many issues until this week. Panic attacks, mixed with low motivation, can really screw with your system.…
How BYU is teaching me more than just academics
Good afternoon, friends! I am currently in the middle of doing homework for one of my classes, but I felt prompted to write a quick post. I don’t say it often, but I really am grateful for the opportunity to…
Back to School Back to Me
HELLO, INTERNET!!! BLACK. MY HAIR WAS BLACK Things haven’t been easy this summer. Starting with getting mega sick, to having that car accident, then having to deal with PTSD along with various other health issues, job searching, freaking out about…
What anxiety and depression does to an optimist
I’m generally a happy person. The most heartwarming compliments I’ve received have often been about my smile. And it’s true! I do love being happy and I love making others happy. And I genuinely do smile quite a bit around…
New Perspective
Usually this would be something I would post on my other blog, but since it relates so closely with the things that have been happening in my life, I figured it would be best here. The other night I was…
Sometimes stuff hits the fan, but then it gets a little better
Where to start? The last few months have been a whirlwind of emotions and learning experiences. I’ve been quieter on Facebook and other social media lately because I wasn’t really sure how to address all of the changes I’ve faced…
Beginnings lead to endings and endings lead to beginnings
Hello, blog readers! Today’s post isn’t going to be a story, sorry! Instead, bear with me as I take you on a journey of my reflections of the last year! First things first! Here is a list of things that…
Preparing for marriage (while I’m still single)
Hello, my dear friends! First of all, if you are worried or excited about me being in a relationship, the answer is that I am still as single as I’ve ever been. I am focusing on my school work for…
