Monthly Archives: March 2013
this I believe: we meet no ordinary people in our lives
When I was in high school, my English teacher had us write an essay called “This I Believe,” based off the NPR series. Over the years, the concept of that radio program has always been in the back of my … Continue reading
when alpine changed my life
Who would’ve thought that standing in line at Alpine my sophomore year would affect the rest of my life? Reason 1: fulfilling my daily dose of bread and 2. That’s where I saw an ad to apply to work on … Continue reading
if i have a plan, i’m limited
“The reason I don’t have a plan is because if I have a plan I’m limited to today’s options.” What a statement. Not have a plan? Well, that certainly isn’t something I had ever heard from my parents. However, I … Continue reading
the happiest run on the planet
This spring break was filled with the best of friends and “happiness.” My housemates and I started the week driving to Disney, the happiest place on earth. We spent full days exploring the Magic Kingdom, traveling around EPCOT, and wandering … Continue reading
thank you, j-school
Dear UNC J-School, Thank you. Thank you for enhancing the lives of all the students who walk through the doors of Carroll. Thank you for mentoring. Thank you for teaching. Thank you for critiquing, pushing and strengthening. But, most of … Continue reading
During the summer before my freshman year in college, my friend Amanda and I went on a WAFFYS, a wilderness adventure for first year students, trip through the UNC Outdoor Education Center. We spent a week backpacking in the mountains … Continue reading
breadness 