What It’s Like Being Raised by a Single Mother

With today being Mother’s Day, I thought I’d share something a little more personal: What It’s Like Being Raised by a Single Mother. My parents got divorced when I was a baby. While my mom did get re-married when I was 10 years old to the man I consider my father, I do still feel…

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A Love Letter to Lugano

Parco Ciani view

Dear Lugano, This letter is for you. Over the past 7 years, I have fallen in love with you, slowly but surely. Just like any typical love story, we’ve had our ups and downs. There were high points and heartbreaks. I am writing this on the day I am leaving you and as with all…

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How to Maintain Long Distance Friendships

Long distance friendships

Thanksgiving may be over that doesn’t mean I’m any less grateful for the wonderful friends that I have. This post is long overdue but I’m happy to finally get it up, especially after spending the last couple months back in California amongst some of my nearest and dearest friends. I’m quite proud of the friendships…

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Why I Love Blogging

Blogging has become a big part of my life over the past 2 years. It has allowed me to combine many of my passions, such as traveling, writing, photography, social media management, graphic design, and visual aesthetics into one platform that I can share with others across the world. In case you were thinking of…

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The Importance of Celebrating Yourself

Happy birthday to me! If you are reading this on June 26, 2017 then it is in fact my 25th birthday. This year I am spending my birthday in California so I was lucky enough to celebrate with my oldest friends and parents. Seeing as today is my special day, I thought it would be…

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