“Well, I have a questions for you Allie-kins…” my near 80 year old grandmother chimed over the phone. I had just sent her a list of thought provoking questions for her and my grandfather to answer, so I guess it was my turn to answer some. “Where do you picture yourself at 80? I mean…what…… Continue reading Where Do You Picture Yourself at 80?
What happens when a government starts to run out of money? What are they able to cut out? This is what I noticed when I was living in Brazil… First, goes the parks people. No one is cutting the grass, raking the leaves, pruning the bushes and planting flowers. In terms of importance for human survival and protection,…… Continue reading Life Behind Bars
This first interview comes from my sister, Katie! Katie is the most selfless, loving person, I know. She would rather spend her time and money taking care of other people, before ever doing anything for herself. The world is lucky to have her as a future nurse practitioner come this December, and I am lucky to…… Continue reading People with Purpose: Katie (Sister)
I’m afraid. I’m afraid that my biggest contribution to the world is in overpopulation. I’m afraid I’m not good enough for my boyfriend. I’m afraid I don’t show my family that I love them as much as a should. I’m afraid I won’t find a job. I’m afraid that I will run out of money. I’m afraid…… Continue reading I’m Afraid
That’s it. Like the blink of an eye, like it never happened, I was no longer in Brazil. Sitting on my parent’s couch in Columbia, South Carolina, I couldn’t help feel that time moves by faster than we can truly understand it. I leave for New York City next week, where I will start by finding…… Continue reading Now What?
Understanding Intent 