Author: Linda Nguyen
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Seasonal changes
We’re about a month into fall, and, surprisingly, it’s feeling a bit like it in Texas. I love fall. I love the warm, autumn colors, the robust and comfortable food, and the warm, cozy knits and comfortable boots that make up our wardrobes. But in case you need a little help embracing the changing seasons,…
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The fear of trying things alone
Last week, my friend and I agreed to go to a stand-up paddleboarding yoga class that evening. Neither of us had been before, but as the class time inched closer and closer, she was no where to be found (she fell asleep), and the thoughts started racing through my head, “Should I go to the…
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Fall into fitness
I’ve never had a consistent workout schedule. I’ve always thought, “Oh, I don’t have time to workout,” or “I don’t want to tether myself to a schedule.” Working out for me was always more of a chore than something I actually truly enjoyed. But the last few months, I’ve managed to not only keep a…
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Lost in a sea of everything
Note: For the last several months, I put my blog on hiatus because of a problem near and dear to every journalist: writer’s block. Originally my blog was conceived as a lifestyle blog centered on tips, tools and other thoughts and happenings that would be relevant to student. After taking some time off, I hope…
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Lessons from the football field
Most people who know me know that I am a die hard fan of my alma mater Baylor University. Well this weekend, I woke up Saturday morning to my Bears being down by 20 points to UT and our third quarterback of the season out with concussion symptoms. Early in the season, I was almost…
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Reflecting, planning for a more intentional year
This weekend marked the beginning of Advent. For Catholics, it’s the beginning of the liturgical year when we are encouraged to prepare for the second coming of Jesus Christ through self-reflection and evaluation, but I think around this time of year, it makes sense to reflect and re-evaluate life in general as well, especially in…
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Planner Planning for 2016
In January, my very first blog post was about my 2015 planner picks. Unfortunately, most of the planners on my list had been sold out, and I was still new to the whole world of planners and planner decorating. I admit I’m still not at the point where I’m creating works of art in each…
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Starbucks red cup reaction is madness
I’ve always been a fan of Starbucks. I think they’ve done a great job with their hot and cold cups, especially around Christmas, and, despite the copious amounts of syrup put in their drinks, they’ve come up with some pretty interesting flavor combinations. But really, I had no idea that “red cups” were a thing…
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The Changing Leaves
We’re finally getting some of that colder weather even though it’s November, and we haven’t seen temperatures reach even the 50’s yet. Somewhere on my bucket list is to take a trip to a part of the US that actually sees the changing leaves and the beautiful, storybook fall foliage. But the metaphorical changing of…
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Well hello Fall, please stay awhile
The last week was absolutely wonderful weather-wise. I forget how nice it feels after an entire summer of 100 degree weather to get some reprieve, even if it’s just weather in the 60’s. It’s also finally October which is a time of pumpkins and haunted houses. The student media staff is excited and preparing for…