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Cutie Tie

Somehow, I only have two finals out of my five classes.  I feel pretty lucky, except I have MANY final papers.  I’m currently working on my second to last paper for my ethics class and I’m just about dying doing so.  Philosophy is not for everyone, and I believe I am the perfect example.  Thinking…

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Diplomatic Ball

An organization at Georgetown puts on an annual “Diplomatic Ball” where diplomats from a ton of countries come and the students get to mingle with them.  When I first heard about it, I wasn’t planning on attending.  But then, one of my friends decided to go, so, obviously, I just had to go.  I quickly…

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April Showers

It’s the second day of April, and the second rainy day in a row.  My lifesaver for days like these: Vineyard Vines Nor’Easter Jacket.  I find myself wearing this nearly everyday.  It’s light enough for warm days, but can be layered with fleeces for colder days. The hood makes you look kinda like a duck,…

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Peace, Love, Rowing

If you asked my dad 5 years ago which of his two daughters would he think would be participating in a sport on the collegiate level, he would have HANDS DOWN said my sister. I have played nearly EVERY sport ever invented for at least one practice: Gymnastics, dance, horseback riding, synchronized swimming, swimming, soccer,…

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No Singing in the Rain

It’s raining again here in DC.  Yuck.  I had a mini debate this morning about whether to wear Wellies vs. Bean Boots.  I chose my J. Crew Wellies, because I plan on wearing my Bean Boots to crew practice.  I hate having to walk to class balancing my laptop, cellphone, tote bag, umbrella, etc. Speaking…

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Let’s Assume…

… for a moment that I was going to NYC for the Martha Stewart show. How adorable is this collection of luggage! I always dress nicely when traveling on planes.  I wish I lived in the era when traveling was a big deal and women would wear cute little outfits.  I’ve never worn regular clothes on…

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Have a Merry.. and Preppy… Christmas!

They say friends and family know you best.  And mine certainly do!   After surviving my first semester at college, I was so excited to leave cold and snow and come back home to warm and sun.  I bundled up on the 18th of December and boarded my plane.  Luckily I planned ahead and made…