The past month has brought about the end of summer with colder weather and darker days and a busier work season—a reminder of the routine of winter. It’s hard to believe that a year ago this past week was my first week at my job and the first week of making the routine that has … Continue reading Falling in a Rhythm
It seems like everyone’s searching for something that makes life worthwhile. I think we all share the common things—friends, family etc—but there’s always the extra thing that’s unique to each person that makes you feel like you’re really contributing to something bigger and more exciting than yourself. In my college essay, I wrote about my … Continue reading Finding that Thing
As many of you who have been following me this year know, writing played a big part in my Fulbright experience. Not only did writing, both for this blog and for Reach The World, help me to process the ups and downs of culture shock and share my experience with all of you, but also … Continue reading Writing On
Since my last post, I have been closer to home both in my activities and in my literal location. It started 2 weeks ago with a really awesome week of teaching. On Tuesday I had a day where I literally couldn’t help thinking: I have THE COOLEST job ever!! This was my day: Woke up … Continue reading A Taste of Home
Mariel Sporn Tavakoli 