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42 Days of Summer

May. 7, 2013—Per usual, I must first apologize for my conspicuously lengthy absence. Truth be told, I was bitter that my “What Will You Be” blog, which I was sure would win me a Pulitzer, wasn’t Tweeted by @VanderbiltU. Now that I’ve had a month to stew on it, and by stew on it I most definitely...

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Reflections and Prospects (Spring 2013)

Mar. 4, 2013—There’s something exquisitely comforting about a sitting room with a grand piano dominating one side and a heap of quintessential American snacks in the center, ringed by a ragtag bunch of musicians and one Lebanese kid. This is the second night I spend in Bowling Green, Kentucky, and while cheese puffs, Chex Mix, and Ale81...

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Merry Christmas from Inside ‘Dores!

Dec. 25, 2012—From the Inside ‘Dores blogging team to all of you, here’s to a Merry Christmas and a safe and happy remainder of the holiday break!

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My Thanksgiving in Pictures

Nov. 28, 2012—I decided to switch it up a bit, so this blog is presented to you in the form of a photo adventure through my Thanksgiving break!

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I’m Wide Awake

Nov. 12, 2012—This past weekend, I took a vacation. After a hectic week in which I had three midterms and a nine minute speech all within the span of five days, I needed some time off to regain my sanity. Sure, I could have waited a week and relaxed over Thanksgiving Break. But, a better opportunity presented itself.

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Fall break!

Oct. 8, 2012—This fall break, I decided to visit Atlanta with a bunch of my friends in Vanderbilt.

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The Chillaxing To-Do List: What to do over Fall Break…

Oct. 3, 2012—Staying at Vanderbilt over fall break? No need to be bored...there is only room for more fun! Here is my Top Ten things I am going to do this Fall Break. All are not to be missed.

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Feasting: Commence!

Nov. 24, 2011—The Macy’s Parade is over, the grandparents have arrived, and food preparations are in high gear. The oven has been turned on for the homestretch – –This is where I suddenly break to comment that a Kohl’s advertisement just came on to the modified strains of Rebecca Black’s “Friday.” Why is that okay? – -of...

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Summer Plans

May. 6, 2011—As the school year draws to a close and summer gets ready to start, I’m looking forward to my summer plans.  While I’ll be spending most of the summer in St. Louis working as a tour guide at the St. Louis Gateway Arch (come and visit me!), I’m especially excited for my upcoming trip to...

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