Hi everyone! I know the sudden flood of posts may be jarring, I’m just trying to keep my events straight and up to date. This one is more of a summary of the funk I’ve been in this past week. Tomorrow I will share what broke me out of that funk, but there are only … Continue reading Downward Slope
Author: elenasgrace
Florence-A Week of Nourishment
Hello! It's been over a week since I last posted a blog, so I've got some catching up to do. For the week of the 14-23, I was in Florence with my mother and it was objectively the most amazing, relaxing, inspiring week of the trip. For starters, this is the view from our apartment … Continue reading Florence-A Week of Nourishment
The Panorama of Time
Hi! This was originally two separate pieces but I have combined and synthesized them. Let me know what you think! The sensation of time is different from the keeping of time. Time can seem to contract or expand to our liking, but the sun will rise and set with reassuring consistency. I was reminded of … Continue reading The Panorama of Time
Belfast-Recovering on Eggshells
Hi. I posted the original draft of this piece when it occurred but I've revised it since then so here is an updated version. War-torn cities aren’t always in active conflict, and Belfast is a prime example. The city isn’t as overtly sketchy as Dublin, but the war is hidden just below the surface. My … Continue reading Belfast-Recovering on Eggshells
Rome-Touring, Training, Tasting!
Hello! It's been a hot second since I've written anything. First off, I am on free travel for the next ten days! My mother and I spent a day in Paris, two whirlwind days in Rome and then we spend a week in Florence before I meet up with my group in London. On our … Continue reading Rome-Touring, Training, Tasting!
Albert-Scars of War
On Monday the 7th we toured some important sites relating to the Battle of the Somme in World War One, and it felt like going through all five stages of grief in one day. It was absolutely heartbreaking and maddening and confusing, but it was also an incredible privilege to walk through history and understand … Continue reading Albert-Scars of War
Paris-Aesthetic Paradise, Overwhelming Knowledge 🇫🇷
Hi! I haven't blogged much about Paris because I've felt more overwhelmed than inspired here. Even so, there are a few iconic things I've seen that are worth noting. For one, the Eiffel Tower has been amazing and I've been there three times in the last four days. Seeing the lights dance across the Eiffel … Continue reading Paris-Aesthetic Paradise, Overwhelming Knowledge 🇫🇷
The Soundtrack of Nostalgia
Hi. Although Belfast was an externally challenging city, I was able to enjoy the hotel and explore memories through music We were in Belfast for the weekend and stayed in the Malone Lodge, by far the fanciest place we’ve stayed. This place has felt more like home than any other, which has been incredibly comforting … Continue reading The Soundtrack of Nostalgia
Slowing Down in Sligo and an Overview
Hi. It's been a hot minute since I posted a thing, but that's because we've had a very restful and reflective few days. We left London on the 16th, and I was ready to leave by that point. I was a bit fed up with the noise and chaos and constant attachment to my companions. … Continue reading Slowing Down in Sligo and an Overview
All the World’s a Stage
Hi! It's been a very busy four days, full of theater. We saw two Shakespeare plays at the Globe Theatre, which was amazing. In addition, I went with a friend to see Wicked, which was amazing in a very different way. Our first show was Henry V. The Globe theater has introduced a new policy … Continue reading All the World’s a Stage
Elena’s Grace 