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Southwest Shadow

Southwest Shadow
Selfies may not just attention seeking pictures, as they could mean something deeper. Photo Credit: Tamara Navarro

Let’s take a selfie

April 28, 2014
Some think selfies are annoying, but I think otherwise.
This plastic life-size cow in Coronado island was enough to make my day. Photo Credit: Jorge Carerra

Fourteen things I (REALLY) love

April 25, 2014
I have decided to bring on the positive and consider the fourteen things I love.
My birthday last year was a perfect mix of my favorite restaurant, accompanied by my family. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Sweet (sixteen) seventeen

April 8, 2014
I am excited to turn seventeen, as I've always believed this to be the golden age.
After singing "You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile" on a loop in my hotel room, I decided to complete my outfit. Photo Credit: Jen Chiang

New York, I love you.

March 27, 2014
My visit to New York City was enough to make me ask for more.
Balancing the world on my shoulders and in my arms is sometimes too much to handle. Photo Credit: Purna Patel

The world is breaking my shoulders

March 13, 2014
With my New York trip approaching, my list of tasks has been out of control lately.
Opening a door for a lady proves hat chivalry is not dead. Poto Credit: Tamara Navarro

Chivalry is incognito

March 8, 2014
After not seeing chivalry being practiced in a while, I have decided that instead of it being dead, it might just be in hiding.
Sitting around, listening to music and reminiscing will not help me cope with my friends' departures. Photo Credit: Purna Patel

I’m not Rob Thomas, but I don’t wanna be lonely (EVER)

March 6, 2014
With the third quarter of junior year almost coming to an end, and all of my friends happily speaking of graduation and senior prom, I am feeling like the odd one out.
Do something, just for today, that you would enjoy to the fullest. Photo Credit: Tami Navarro

Just for Today

February 28, 2014
Just for today, live life to the fullest without concern for the past or the future.
Tapping on my shoulder and chewing food is a double whammy of annoyance. Photo Credit: Justin Tolentino

Seven things I (REALLY) hate

February 27, 2014
In the past month, I have been exposed to annoying habits that people like to use. Here are seven of them that drive me nuts.
Taking a break or ending it?

Taking a break or ending it?

February 25, 2014
In any relationship, problems will arise that require making a tough decision that affects both parties.
Sometimes you have to wind down and look at the positive sides of life before finding yourself again. Photo Credit: Purna Patel

The breakup breakdown

February 17, 2014
Starting my year off with a breakup was not the best way to start, but getting back on my feet has never felt better.
Although some may say money cannot buy happiness, there are few who become filled with joy after even catching a glimpse of it.

Money, money, money

February 15, 2014
Some say money cannot buy happiness, however, I believe this statement just might not be true.
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