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Oh my gosh, y’all, it’s been a minute.

Seriously a hot minute full of these past crazy two 1/2 months of bar prep isolation, but I am finally free (for now) and so hyped to get back into the real world & back in touch with all of you!

For this two-day exam extravaganza, I used my favorite go-to travel essentials = this expandable nylon bag and my pink rolling carry-on. The black longchamp is a bit of an investment, but I cannot recommend it more! I’ve had the same one now for over 5 years – it’s been with me to over 5 countries, and everywhere else in between, yet still looks brand new! If you’re looking for a new travel bag, I definitely recommend checking this one out – as it’s been a lifesaver for when I’ve needed more space to bring back souvenirs, and for when I just don’t repack everything as tightly/well I did before leaving on the trip :).

After finishing up the Bar Exam, I met my sweet friends, Emily & Joy, for dinner & spent the night in Chapel Hill 🙌🏻 (For those of you who are new to the blog, UNC is where I went to undergrad, so any chance I have to stay overnight I happily take). Y’all – these two. There are no words for how much they have blessed my life with their friendship. Through all the good, bad, and beyond ugly, they’ve both been such great sources of steady support, encouragement, and motivation to do better // be better. I am so grateful to even just know them – and 100% of the time am truly intimidated by how crazy smart they are – it’s scary (in a good way).

As it always does, the time with them flew, and now I find myself already back at home with at least five weeks to kill before results come back. It’s a little surreal to say the least. Ideally, I am praying to be done with this part of the “become a state-approved lawyer” process, but it really just depends on some many different elements that are totally out of my hands. Although the statement can sometimes be seen as a cliche, I truly believe that God has a plan (Jeremiah 29:11 !) so, whatever the outcome, His plan is still good. Now, that doesn’t make the possibility of having to retake this exam any less depressing or disappointing, but it does allow me to have peace in knowing that if for some reason I do need to retake it, it’s for a purpose that I know is good and will choose to trust.

ANYWAY, transitioning topics – there’s a TON of new content // changes I’ve been dying to complete, launch, & share with y’all. Not the least of which includes a potential branding overhaul for BBB —> Sharing more on that in the coming weeks (I want y’all to vote on this!). First up though, is (of course) a new DIY project!! Later this week I’ll be sharing an easy TV tray overhaul tutorial <3 Oh – and for those of you who have asked//are interested – I will be sharing a “What/How I Packed for the Bar” post soon as well! If you want tips on staying motivated – check out this post here!

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xoxo, M

 

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Italy Photo Diary Preview

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This past week has been such a whirlwind, but I’m so excited to share with you all a few snaps from my time in Italy. Here’s a quick preview of Part 1, focused in Florence, Italy 🙂

 

Our trip began in Florence, Italy. As anyone would expect, it was beautiful and was full of fantastic food and views. Like many cities in Europe, most of its streets are cobblestone. In light of that, I definitely recommend comfortable shoes for walking, as well as a Fitbit to keep track of how far you’ve gone.

 

 

Pictured above is my Fitbit Charge 2, showing what would typically be my average for a full day in the US, already surpassed by 10:41 AM in Italy (UGH bless). For this trip I didn’t want to have a big and bulky wristband in all of my pictures so I ordered this Gold Replacement Band & I love it so much I have yet to switch it back.

 

More to come!

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Top 5 Reasons to Visit Sweden

If you love to travel, and Europe is one of the continents on your list, be sure not to miss Sweden. As a part-Swede, I’m a little biased here, but only slightly. Truly, this is a wonderful place, and I think you’ll agree once you see what I mean:

1. Fika

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Pronounced (Fee-kah), this is essentially the term for daily coffee and pastry time. You can fika alone, or invite a friend. One of the best parts about this being so intrinsic to the culture is the number and variety of cool coffee/pastry shops throughout the different towns and cities.

2. History

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The history of this nation is so rich. From the ancient viking mounds in Gamla Uppsala, to the architecture of old churches, to hundreds of ancient stones carved with runes scattered throughout Uppsala and Stockholm, there are so many things to discover and learn. To visit a university established in the 1400’s when the oldest one in the United States didn’t exist until the late 1700’s, is such a cool experience that gives great perspective on the relativity of time.

3. People

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Ah, yes. I love Swedes. Such a quiet, but kind people. When it’s time to celebrate, they are more than ready, and super fun. Yet, the culture is generally not one that will be in your face; it isn’t loud and certainly does not seek attention. It is extremely rare to be interrupted by a Swede, as in it will almost never happen. Why? Because the amount of respect present in the culture is incomparable. A lot of your social interactions when you’re there will feel very balanced, which just honestly adds so much to the experience of peace and calm when visiting. Worried about a language barrier? Many Swedes are fluent in English and very comfortable switching between the two languages.

4. Fashion

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As with many of the nations in Europe, Sweden is a few seasons ahead of us when it comes to the fashion world. The clean lines, and modern styles are so easy to wear and apply at home. Simplicity is a great thing, and Swedish fashion exemplifies it at its best.

5. The Views

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**BONUS** If you are a student and planning on traveling to Sweden any time soon, make sure to bring your college ID with you. There are a number of organizations (think co-ed fraternities, but classier) that have their own buildings and cafeterias. You can get a temporary student pass with your student ID and eat in those locations for the discounted price. Plus, it’s a great way to meet new friends!

So, who’s ready to go back with me?

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