Little Discoveries

Europe was absolutely wonderful, but it's nice to finally be home! While I didn't miss this dry heat, I definitely missed my bed and toilets with toilet seats (I'll explain later!). The flight back to the States was mostly smooth and my family was so amazingly sweet - they had signs and were waiting for me outside of the customs and baggage claim! On top of Independence Day this weekend, it's also one of my grandmother's birthdays, and my dad and I are dropping my little sister off at her first Speech and Debate camp (the very one I went to four years ago!).

Would you believe me if I said I packed light?

#SheBelieves | We're Going to the Finals!

If you weren't tuned in to watch the U.S. National Women's Soccer Team play against Germany this past Tuesday, then you better program your alarms for Saturday because WE'RE IN THE FINALS! Not only is this great for sports lovers like myself, but what other way to help boost your American pride on Independence Day than to tune in for two hours to support our wonderful team playing against Japan in Canada! Also, be sure to use #SheBelieves in any photos or posts of you supporting the USWNT! 'Murica.

Moving In With Your Significant Other

I'm nowhere near this stage of my life (don't have a significant other!), but I loved reading this post on Mackenzie Horan's blog! She polled 10 different women she knew for their own opinions on the different aspects of cohabitation and I just thought it was too interesting not to share! The responses are very insightful and many surprisingly practical.

Old Soul, Young Body

I'm a bit younger than most of my peers, but sometimes it feels like I'm the same age or even older! It never occurred to me until later on in high school, but I love giving advice and having *some* responsibilities. I don't usually share these Buzzfeed-style posts but I just had to share this one, it was too accurate and had one of my best friends going "This is YOU, this is YOU".

Tips On The Job Search

I still have a bit of time before I'm "out in the real world" but I love this article from one of my favorite financial bloggers, Stefanie at The Broke and Beautiful Life! The statistics are coming up and there are less and less one-job-for-life people. These tips are definitely things to keep in mind for the future!

Millennials Are The New Black?

Our time is now! In this upcoming election, millennials will/should comprise the largest portion of the voting population. Industries and universities are filling with creative and bright-eyed individuals ready to take on the world - it makes sense that marketing strategies should be tailored towards them.

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Catch you next time.

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Coffee Talk: Favorite Coffee Quotes

Happy July! 

Because sometimes you just need coffee, and sometimes you just need to remember your favorite quotes about coffee.

"But first, coffee."

"Coffee is ALWAYS a good idea."

"With enough coffee, anything is possible."

"I have measured out my life in coffee spoons." T. S. Elliot

"Warning: Coffee has given me unrealistic expectations of productivity."

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But, on top of all of these coffee quotes, I thought I'd share this really cool infographic about coffee in other countries around the world!

How cool is this?! Definitely wish I had seen this during my trip in Europe!

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Grace and Frankie

I love Netflix, and its ventures into the production of original content make me super happy. Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt is amazing and people everywhere have been raving about House of Cards and Orange Is the New Black.

Looking for another show to binge watch? (AKA did you finish rewatching every episode of FRIENDS for the millionth time?)

The premise of Grace and Frankie is about two female rivals who find out their husbands are leaving them to be together. 

The show sort of feels like its target audience is a bit older, but I felt like all of the witty one-liners made up for it. It's definitely a show that deviates from my typical tastes, but I'm glad I gave it a chance!

Have you seen Grace and Frankie? Do you have any suggestions on what else to Netflix?

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Freshman Five: Choosing a Study Abroad Program {Guest Post on Dani Dearest}

I know I've been a bit MIA lately, Rome has just been pretty crazy. Some of you have even noticed I haven't been super active on Instagram - sorry! But things should be slowing down after the next few days, so I'll be back at it really soon, promise!

Anyways, this is a heads up that I have completed my first guest post on Dani Dearest! Not only was it super awesome to guest post on another blogger's site for the first time, this also happened to be something I put on my 101 Things to Do in 1001 Days! I did a Freshman Five post on how to choose a study abroad program that fits YOU. 

Go check it out and let me know what you think!

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Surprise Reminder: Happiness From Small Things

Here's your daily reminder that sometimes the happiest of joys come from the littlest pieces of our lives.

Go ahead, get that second scoop of gelato! Sending good vibes! Choose to be happy today.

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Catch you next time.

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