A Girl In Converse
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LATEST ARTICLES ( 48 )
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Healthy Eating is Exhausting, Near Impossible
I made the decision a while back that I would try to be healthier. I became vegetarian and tried to eat less and less fried food. The vegetarian part is easy,... Read more
Posted on 20 April 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Help! Life Keeps Distracting Me from My iPhone
We all grew up learning the simple rules to avoid being rude: don't speak with your mouth full, no elbows on the table, don't interrupt, etc. Read more
Posted on 12 April 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Time Flies By: a Tribute to the Last Nine Years
One of my favorite shows ended the other day. Well, I can't say it has been my favorite lately, but it started off that way. One Tree Hill, and before you... Read more
Posted on 05 April 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Glee Challenges Beliefs; Takes Steps Towards Acceptance
Although it's a tad bit sad that one of my favorite songs has now been classically conditioned to remind me of this sad scene, I have to commend Glee for its... Read more
Posted on 04 April 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Get Rid of Dead Weight on Facebook
What annoys me more than anything? When people post stupid shit on Facebook over and over again.What annoys me even more than that? When I have to hear people i... Read more
Posted on 03 April 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
First World Problems Teach Valuable Lessons
My latest craze is listening to podcasts -- in particular, This American Life broadcasts from the Chicago Public Media. Since I drive a lot, this gives my... Read more
Posted on 21 March 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Is Marriage a Right of Passage?
We've all heard the argument about how gay people are ruining "family" and "marriage" in our country. Most of us have also heard someone reply, "We don't need... Read more
Posted on 15 March 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
The Wrath of the Mommy-Bloggers
Let me start by saying, Editions by AOL is a great app. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys keeping up on news, current events, and lifestyle pieces. The app... Read more
Posted on 04 March 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
The Times I Wish I Didn't Wish Away...
For the next few months, most of my blogs will probably reflect the end of my latest chapter of life -- my college years. As much as I whined about it, wished i... Read more
Posted on 29 February 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Though Wonderful, THON Could Use Improvements
Now that a few days have passed, and I have gotten to bask in all the post-$10.6 million dollar glory THON brought upon us, it is time to get down to the... Read more
Posted on 23 February 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Dear Pediatric Cancer
, I’mwriting you on behalf of the students at Penn State, to officially inform youthat we are an extreme threat to your cause. See, us Penn Staters, we like... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Valentine's Day is Commercialized, Important
Tomorrow brings Valentine's Day, and whether you love it or "hate" it, it's going to be impossible to ignore. I am sure I will see plenty of Facebook statuses... Read more
Posted on 13 February 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Phil "Punxsutawney" No-name, Jr.
Imagine this... You wake up one morning famished. It's been so cold and snowy that you haven't gotten to hunt in three days. More concerned with where your... Read more
Posted on 02 February 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
5 Panty-Bunching Nuisances at PSU
Having attended this glorious school for almost four years, I've learned two things about it: the things I love and the things I hate. Read more
Posted on 27 January 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
The Rise and Fall of a Penn State King
Let me start by saying I don't like football. Trust me, I've tried. I come from a family that bleeds football -- high school, college, and NFL; so you can... Read more
Posted on 23 January 2012 SELF EXPRESSION -
Stop That; the Guys Don't Like It.
Recently, I "stumbled-upon" an advice column telling women what they should or should not wear. As someone who always has one, opinions on what styles should ge... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2011 SELF EXPRESSION -
Sandusky is a Monster, Not a Joke
Lately, I've been overhearing people use the phrase, "Watch out, or you'll get Sanduskied" or "They'll give you the old Sandusky." Too soon? It could be 1000... Read more
Posted on 11 December 2011 SELF EXPRESSION -
Wasn't Life Grand When...
The new Disney channel movie coming out on Friday would be the highlight of your week.Littering would lead to crying Indians, and no one wanted that.Are You... Read more
Posted on 11 December 2011 SELF EXPRESSION -
"Sanctity of Marriage" Given Second Thought
Whether you've experienced divorce firsthand, or not, you know what it is. It is that life-changing thing that happens when there are "reconcilable... Read more
Posted on 06 December 2011 SELF EXPRESSION -
It Gets Better... (a Story About Bullying)
This may be the hardest blog entry for me to write, but I want to share my story in hopes that it may help people get through hard times... Read more
Posted on 05 December 2011 SELF EXPRESSION
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A Girl in Converse
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My blog reflects on smalle scale and large scale events in my life. It ranges from funny to serious, and I try to keep it interesting.



