On November 16, 2025, I wrote these words in my journal: Father God, I love being disappointed. Let down. Because it leads me straight back to you. Life’s disappointments are forms of your abundant love and grace towards me because they always leave me running straight back into your arms. And that is where IContinue reading “Turning Wilderness to Wonder”
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Sacramento Diaries
Since February 8, I have resided in Sacramento, CA. I’m taking care of the house and Airbnb of some dear family friends, and I leave in a few days. A month and a half gone by, and, as always, I’ve had my fair share of musings given my abundance of solitude and free time. So,Continue reading “Sacramento Diaries”
A Slovenian Summer
Back in March, my sister found herself bored in class the week after my brother got married. Upon browsing Expedia, she texted me about some cheap tickets to Europe. Later that night, over a three-hour long FaceTime session, her and I, along with my parents, purchased some very inexpensive flights to Vienna. Four months later,Continue reading “A Slovenian Summer”
My Little Corner of the World Pt. 3
My internship with D Magazine ended last week. The editors took me to lunch, I ate an outstanding BLT, and drove home that day feeling little-to-nothing about this chapter closing. Complete neutrality. Now, instead of starting full-time, as I thought might happen, I’ll continue contract writing some 20 hours a week and head back toContinue reading “My Little Corner of the World Pt. 3”
My Little Corner of the World
I worked my last shift at Starbucks — at least for now — on January 23. My sweet co-workers bought me a small (gluten free) cake and a card filled with kind messages and well wishes. I did not expect any of it! Truly! And I was very touched by the gesture. I’ve always likedContinue reading “My Little Corner of the World”
Pursuing Peace 