Farewell, U.S.A.

In wrapping up my time here in Raleigh I have felt the need to live life to the fullest that I possibly can and document as much of it as possible; I would hate to regret not making the most of my time once I move to Madrid. As such, I have kept plenty busy since the...

It’s a wonderful world with Leighanne in it

This last semester at school has proven itself to be a bit monotonous thus far – I can’t shake the feeling that I’ve done all of this before and I’m itching to embark on adventures ahead. My weeks have started to follow a common timeline:...

Chugging along (with exciting news!)

Last week I wrote about the fall semester, difficulties surrounding study abroad, and a few goals I have for the current semester and beyond. I am happy to report that my application to teach English abroad in Spain next year has been accepted! Now all I have to wait...

Counting on change, and myself

It’s been quite some time since my last post – to be honest, the past few months of my life have been so full and so hectic that I hadn’t taken the chance to reflect until over winter break. Thinking back, I achieved quite a lot that I am very proud...
Waiting Never Hurt Anyone

Waiting Never Hurt Anyone

Hi all! It’s been a while since my previous post and I wanted to write a little update about my study abroad journey. Shortly after my trip to the Spanish consulate in DC, I got a very somber call from the study abroad office at my home institution. Long story...

Whirlwind weekend in Washington

After a long week of preparation, my mother, sister, brother, and I pulled out of our driveway. It was 9 PM. The whole family takes an annual trip to Cape Ann in Massachusetts to visit my father’s family and participate in hometown traditions. DC is on the way,...