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January 5, 2012

the most important story you’ll ever tell, some much needed gratitude, and my goal to run 1,000 miles in 2012

Sometimes, when a bad thing happens, it’s actually the best thing that can happen because it keeps shit in perspective. Now, I’m not talking about catastrophic tragedy-esque things (although I’m sure there’s an argument to be made for needing that type of stuff as well), I’m talking about the smaller things, like having one rainy ...

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December 15, 2011

a 6 step process, the “eff yeah” list, and a peek at my annual goal setting template that will help you see once and for all that i’m obsessively type-A and 100% crazy. what? you already knew that? okay then, carry on.

If the thought of having an uber detailed plan of goals and action steps for the year ahead makes you twitchy with over-structure, you should just quietly back away from this post. No, seriously, off you go now. If, however, you’re a personal development whore like me who’s completely turned on by intention setting and ...

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December 8, 2011

at-home pedicure tools, jesus bread, and the dangers of cooking with my mother

Let’s clear up a few things before we get started, shall we? First of all, no, I’m not actually suggesting that Jesus is edible. But I mean, I didn’t create communion so this really seems like someone else’s issue. Second of all, yes, my mother does have some boundaries, contrary to what you’re about to ...

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December 5, 2011

candy canes, costa rica, and slowly crawling out of the hole

I was originally supposed to be writing this post from a beach in Costa Rica. Instead, I’m writing it from my living room couch. But wait, let’s start at the beginning. Depression is a funny thing. I once heard that people who are susceptible to depressive episodes only need one small trigger to send them ...

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November 23, 2011

french language tips, my upcoming travel schedule, and that time i went to paris and came back with 5 extra pounds and photos of nothing but pastries. raise your hand if you’re surprised! no one? yeah, me either.

If you’re traveling to Paris anytime soon and are hoping to eat some delicious French pastries, I’m sorry, but you can’t. BECAUSE I MOTHER EFFING ATE THEM ALL. Same goes for the butter. And the fresh baguettes. I ate all of those, too. Oh, did you want a salted butter caramel or a macaron? OOPSIE. ...

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