Hi, everyone! Well, today is my last full day back in America. While it was only three weeks, it actually felt like a lot longer for me. I feel nice and relaxed having spent so much time with my parents – eating good food, spending time together, and relaxing. It was a proper vacation, which… Read More Time is Weird: Final Days in America
Hey, everyone! I am writing from… the United States of America! Wild. It is really nice to be back, if only for a short stint. Read on below. Returning Home While I had been essentially counting down weeks until my return home, the final week went by in a flash. Before I knew it, I… Read More April in America
Hey, everyone! For those that don’t know yet… surprise! I am home, sweet home – back in the United States of America. I adored my time in Australia but I am very happy to be home and to spend the next two months spending time with my loved ones. Final Days in Sydney After parting… Read More Home, Sweet Home: Return to America
What is Acadia National Park? Signs display warnings of moose sightings for miles along the highway, alerting drivers to be cautious of the wildlife. Three hours outside of Portland, Maine, trees are visible everywhere you glance, bits of the ocean are sneaking into view. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, waves crash onto the surrounding boulders as… Read More 10 Reasons Why You Should Absolutely Visit Acadia National Park
The 606 Previously an elevated railway, the Bloomingdale Line has since been converted into a public trail lush with grass, trees, and flowers. Located in Humboldt Park, only 30 minutes from the Loop, the 606 trail is a sight to see. Not having much to do on a lazy Sunday afternoon, I decided to go… Read More The 606 Trail
Exploring the Lake Shore Trail (South of Adler Planetarium) On a breezy Sunday afternoon, walking, biking, and jogging along the lake shore isn’t uncommon for the people of Chicago. Some of us, though? We’re lazy. I know I am. Living in the third most popular city in America, it’s sometimes easy to take it for… Read More Lake Shore Trail (South of Adler Planetarium) – Chicago, IL
Chicago’s Baddest Bitch: Logan Zass Logan Zass is a drag performer, entertainer, and all around bad bitch located out of Chicago. A member of Berlin’s monthly show “Squad Goals,” Logan has proven herself as a successful queen in the scene. I’ve met with her to ask her about drag, makeup routines, and Chicago nightlife. Click… Read More Interviewing Logan Zass: Chicago’s Baddest Bitch
My Afterthoughts on the Great American Eclipse I was not prepared at all for the Great American Eclipse. No article, image, or video has come close to matching the magnificence of such a sight. Awestruck, I felt I had seen the most incredible sight I ever will in life. It was out of this world… Read More Great American Eclipse Afterthoughts
Why should I visit Lincoln Park? Dizzied by towering skyscrapers, shopping sprees, and great food, Chicago may feel overwhelming at times. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are the standard while visiting, but the city has much more to offer. Lincoln Park is one of the gems outside the downtown Loop. The park is a sweet… Read More Why Lincoln Park is Worth the Visit – (Chicago, IL)
Make Sure You Don’t Forget Anything! Last Minute Preparations for the Solar Eclipse With the solar eclipse upon us, here are some last minute things to keep in mind to maximize your viewing experience! This is a once in a lifetime opportunity (though the next solar eclipse in the U.S. is in 2024, so you… Read More Solar Eclipse Preparations: Ten Things You’re Forgetting