Why I decided to leave my small town
“You were always the best,” my teacher laughed to another. “I never had to worry about you.” She then mentioned how API (Asian-Pacific Islander Club) has never been the same since […]
Tag Archives: Ambition
I Am Going Rogue
I’ve been experiencing a premature quarter-life crisis as of late. (And just to note, I am extremely angry that I stayed up until 5am last night and queued this post […]
“Whiplash” gives real sweat, blood and tears to become one of this year’s best films
There couldn’t be a more fitting name for Whiplash. It haunts your nerves, shakes your bones, and drives you right to your core. The struggle to be the “best of […]
I Am Who I Always Have Been
It’s strange to look back on photos. Photos you deemed noteworthy or life-changing during that moment’s notice. You transport yourself back into that state of mind in which you found […]
3 Concerts, 3 Weeks: Finding yourself in music (Kina, Dia, Jimmy)
These past few days have left me feeling a little uneasy. Why? I’m not entirely sure. For the past three weeks, I’ve been going from concert to concert. And, maybe […]
Kina Grannis let the fire out and created sentimental space in the Troubadour: “Elements” album release and kick-off tour
When you love something that much, it’s hard to get it off your mind. And when you find something that just fits with you and sticks, you’ve got every reason to keep that alive in […]
Why I Write: Blogs and the Path of Meaning
There are people who come to me and ask how I feel so compelled to write all the time. I always find it a little crazy they would ask something […]
Because “Even In The Dark,” Company of Thieves and Daryl Hall bring Love (Live & Acoustic)
Company of Thieves with Daryl Hall (Hall & Oates) – Even In The Dark (Live at Daryl’s House, Episode 15) Because it’s been a while since I’ve felt this way. […]
Growing Up: As I once dreamed of music, I am now learning to love myself
It’s strange. For some time now, I’ve been realizing how distant my personal connection to music has been becoming. It’s not that I feel more or less strongly about music, or […]
It’s Strange how Home, Memories and Old Friends can Comprise the Place You Feel Most like You: A Reflection
It’s strange: how the briskness of the air still hits your face in that same old familiar way; how it fills your heart with a particular warmth of comfort, belonging and […]
Why returning Home every once in a while is important
“How has your break been?” Note: I am currently writing this on my iTouch. Original tumblr post link: rachelannc.tumblr.com/post/70937004229 I admit, every time I do change my lifestyle a bit—coming […]
Kate Earl in the streets as a “One Woman Army” (Live & Acoustic in Downtown Orlando)
Kate Earl – One Woman Army (Acoustic) (April 21, 2013, Downtown Orlando) My goodness. Why have I not seen this sooner?! Sometimes, it’s the little things that can remind you […]
I Have So Many Dreams
As the end of the quarter has been approaching (and yes, this third time around in college has been quite loaded and packed), taking the time to slow down and […]
An Ode to Ambition
Originally posted on beauty within:
I think I can be certain when I say that I’m not the only one who has ever felt wishy-washy about what I want to…
Response to Chandler the Robot: Why I Started (Guitar) And Why I Must Not Stop
chandlertherobot: When practicing the guitar becomes difficult after I’ve reached another plateau, I find myself coming up with all sorts of excuses and complaints, constantly tempting me to stop trying, […]
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