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On Eating Alone

Dinner dates and dinner parties are my favorite things to do. Some of my best memories in Europe include sharing fresh pasta with Steven via candlelight in Venice, far off the beaten tourist path, and...

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{Part I} 26th Birthday

Steven was giving me all kinds of hints throughout the week about where we were going to spend my birthday. As Saturday approached, I would receive emails disclosing what time I should be ready, what I...

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{Part II} Birthday Castle

The second half of my birthday was so incredibly romantic, I was on Cloud 9 the entire time. After spending the afternoon in Maastrict, we took another train 15 minutes further into the Dutch...

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Blessed.

There is no worse feeling when your loved ones are far away and you can't wrap your arms around them, not necessarily fixing the problem, but just finding comfort in being in their physical presence. I...

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Truffle Sea Salt Popcorn

Studies show the optimum eating schedule for women to be three solid, healthy meals with two in-between snacks for good measure and regulated blood sugar. For the most part, I try my best to abide by...

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{Places} Top 5 Sacramento Eats

I am from the small city of Elk Grove; a suburb of Sacramento and the proud capital of California. It is also home to the Sacramento Kings, the California State Fair and one of the fastest growing...

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Back From America

It has been quite a while since I’ve last posted! In the grand scheme of things it actually isn’t that long (a two week vacation) however due to some recent changes in my life it seems like six months...

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A Hawaiian Sunset

Following a week in Sacramento, the second half of our vacation included a trip to Maui. My family and I used to vacation there frequently when I was growing up, but my European liefje had never been...

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The Dutch Life

In many ways it’s like I never left the Netherlands. But since I’ve been back ‘home’ there are a few funny things that crop up every now and then which smack me in the face as if reminding me I will...

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Great News!

Today I got some great news: my little brother is moving to London! I am thrilled we will be on the same side of the Atlantic Ocean together.At twenty-two, Carlo will be studying at University of...

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The Fight Against Cancer

If you've been reading this blog for some time (or are a new reader) it doesn't long before you learn that my mom and I share a very special relationship. She is my best friend and is ridiculously,...

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Back In the US!

Three weeks ago, when I had to say goodbye to my family at the airport it was an awful thing to go through. International travel is exhausting enough, but with the still-fresh shock of the 'breast...

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Staying Fit On The Road

Lately I've been living out of a suitcase. Life has been crazy, both at home and at work, which has equalled a lot of travel.  I got a new job (in the same company!) and with everything going on with...

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Fundraising & Amsterdam Race Recap!

{running essentials: Lunareclipse+ 2, Nike+ Sportswatch, iPod shuffle}Before getting into the run, I just wanted to say thank you so much to everyone who supported, cheered and donated to our cause....

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New Job. New Language.

You may have noticed that the posts have been slowing down a bit on Glocal Girl. Ever since I started my new job in July my schedule has changed incredibly. Long gone are the days of 9 to 5 and now I...

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Dad.

Today is a special day and I'm feeling rather sentimental. My Dad has been one of the greatest blessings in my life and today is his birthday. I wish I were home to give him a big hug. At 26, I'm still...

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We're Going To India!

So something crazy happened this week: We are going to India! India has always been one of my bucket-list countries and this month we decided to just bite the bullet and book tickets. We will start in...

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New Favorite: Herbed Brie Grilled Cheese

We have a TON of rain in the Netherlands. For a majority of the year, it's very wet, cold and overcast. If you are from sunnier parts of the world (like me, California) it is definitely a climate that...

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Hitching A Bike Ride

My evenings are so unpredictable these days it's almost unhealthy. On any given day, I can get home between 6:30p (on a good night) to anytime past 8:00pm (the norm). The nights that Steven will be out...

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The Dutch Santa

I have been living in the Netherlands for two years. In many ways I feel like I've gotten really used to living abroad, but sometimes like this weekend, I feel like I am still a fresh-faced girl from...

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