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  • ✈️ From Iowa to Sweden: My First Days in Stockholm

    My first few days in Sweden were unforgettable! From breakfast at the cozy Zinkensdamm Hostel to exploring the cobblestone streets of Gamla Stan, this trip was the perfect start to my study abroad adventure in Stockholm. Here’s how I kicked off my Swedish journey — with great food, beautiful views, and a little bit of…

  • A Hidden Gem: Exploring Tallinn, Estonia

    Tallinn completely stole my heart! From medieval streets to seaside views and the best cruise cocktails ever, this two-day getaway from Sweden was pure magic. Here’s how my friends and I explored Estonia — one cobblestone at a time. 🏰✨

  • College Throwback: A Night at Johnny’s 🍻

    Nothing hits quite like a night at Johnny’s — buffet runs, lemonade refills, and all the Cyclone pride you can handle. A nostalgic love letter to Hilton Magic and the unforgettable spirit of Iowa State. 🌪️❤️

  • Inspiration Boards & Unapologetic Role Models

    Creating an inspiration board isn’t just about goals — it’s about surrounding yourself with reminders of courage, confidence, and authenticity. These incredible womxn inspire me to live unapologetically and lift others along the way.

  • Following My Grandma’s Footsteps in Sweden: Reflections on Equality, Culture & Connection

    While reading through my grandmother’s 1986 diary from Sweden, I was struck by how her reflections on equality and freedom still resonate today. From families picnicking on palace lawns to conversations about women’s rights, our experiences — decades apart — beautifully intertwine.

  • A Sense of Unity — Connecting with My Grandmother in Sweden

    Reading my grandmother’s 1986 diary entry from her trip to Sweden reminded me how deeply connected we are across generations. Walking through the same serene forests she once described, I felt her presence and our shared sense of belonging to the land that shaped our heritage.

  • From Rape Culture to Consent Culture: What We Can Learn from Sweden’s FATTA Movement

    FATTA, a Swedish movement born from outrage and hope, redefined what consent means in Sweden — and it’s time we do the same in the U.S. Learn how a grassroots group inspired change, challenged old laws, and what we can do to bring a “party of consent” to America.

  • The Stories That Built Me

    During the holidays, my parents shared family stories that reminded me how deeply resilience runs in our blood. From my great-grandmother’s quiet defiance to my great-great-grandfather’s strength in the face of prejudice, these stories aren’t just history — they’re the foundation of who I am. Remembering where we come from isn’t dwelling on the past;…

  • The Magic That Stays With You ✨Page 394

    Harry Potter has always been my go-to comfort story — from dressing up as Hermione in elementary school to finding new meaning in Severus Snape’s complexity as an adult. Alan Rickman’s portrayal still reminds me that magic, like humanity, comes in many shades. Always. ⚡

  • After All Tomorrow Is Another Day – Losing a Grandparent

    Reconnecting with an old friend led to a heartfelt conversation about loss, faith, and what it means to witness the moment when a soul leaves the body. A personal reflection on grief, peace, and believing in something beyond what we can see.