Tag Archives: college

Indoor Skydive

Posted on January 12, 2015 by projectlighttolife

#27  When I first mentioned to someone I was going indoor skydiving, he responded,”You’re brave to go diving without a pool at the bottom.” Jokes aside, his quip offers a helpful distinction between outdoor (or, the jumping from a plane … Continue reading →

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And What Do You Want to do with THAT?: The English Major

Posted on June 18, 2014 by projectlighttolife

Go English majors! Long live liberal arts! Below is the speech I gave, during the weekend of my college graduation, at my English convocation: At the start of the movie Adventureland, there’s a scene in which James, the main character, … Continue reading →

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Calling All Parents, Teachers, and Professors!

Posted on April 24, 2014 by projectlighttolife

“’Be selfless, if only for selfish reasons’ is one of my favorite paradoxes. Generous acts strengthen our bonds with others, and what’s more, studies show that happiness is often boosted more by providing support to other people than receiving it.” … Continue reading →

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The Four Seniors You’ll Meet in College

Posted on February 18, 2014 by projectlighttolife

As a college senior, I have spent this year observing the various paths my friends and peers plan to take after graduation. While the categories I have come up with are certainly not all encompassing, here are some observations: The … Continue reading →

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Australia!

Posted on February 11, 2014 by projectlighttolife

“It’s a dangerous business… going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to.” – J.R.R. Tolkien Recently, I came across this quote on … Continue reading →

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Bucketlistory #2

Posted on September 25, 2013 by projectlighttolife

1). What is the number one item you want to cross off your bucket list?  I guess to just be happy and not have to worry about things anymore. 2). What is the best thing you believe you have accomplished … Continue reading →

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