So, uh… I might have overpacked for Christmas break a little. Or… A lot. Yeah, probably a lot. I’m a notorious over-packer and I definitely stuck to my ways when I packed for Christmas. When I packed all my stuff back up on Saturday to make the trek to Holland (which hasn’t ended up actually …
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I don’t think I’ve ever been excited to start school back up after Christmas break. Until now. Part of me is dreading getting up for an 8:30 class four days a week and doing countless hours of homework and studying, but for the most part, I cannot wait to get back to Hope in a …
I think looking back at some favorite things is a really cool way to reflect on the year as a whole. 2013 was pretty good to me. I learned a lot and was introduced to a lot of new things while trying to embrace the old at the same time. I am so thankful for …
Wow. I can’t believe it’s already almost a new year! This year definitely seems like it’s gone by faster than usual. So much has happened and I feel like I’ve changed a lot, but I’m definitely happy with where I’m at right now! So what’s gone on, anyway? JANUARY: January: Choir-Fest! I got to see …
I love everything about the Christmas season, but one of my favorite parts is definitely all the awesome movies that I watch year after year. I actually haven’t gotten to watch any of these yet this year, so that’s definitely something I’m going to hit hard in the next few days! These are my top …
Well, my first semester of college has officially come to a close. With how fast this semester went, I’m a little scared to think about how quickly I’m sure the rest of them will fly by! I’m not sure I’ll ever be totally ready to leave Hope. I really think it is the perfect place …
Can we just talk about this? Let’s just discuss the coolest thing that’s about to happen next month. I LOVE Ingrid Michaelson. She is so talented and her music is right up my alley. Big applause for this one, Hope College. You are too good to me. The Angel of Lower Wacker Drive (via the Chicago …
I think this stressful finals week calls for words from people who are a lot wiser than me. Here are a few of my favorites to help get you through! Good luck on finals, everyone! Whether you’re not worried at all or stressed to the max, only have one test or are facing exams in …
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I LOVE winter and Christmas, except maybe the part where it’s freezing cold all the time. I think winter is so beautiful and I just love everything about the Christmas season. Here are some of my favorite parts! Christmas Songs I love Christmas carols and just most songs about winter and stuff in general. They …
Before you read this post, you should probably start this video and listen to the gloriousness that is this song. Okay, thanks. Alright, now that you’ve pressed play, feel free to read! On Tuesday of this week, President Knapp invited everyone to come over and stand outside of his house while they lit up a …
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