Happy Trails

My experiences along the natural, academic, and social trails at Evergreen.

Archive for October, 2011


Why Models are Important

Hello again! Though I’m sure a post about miniature airplanes or fashionistas would be quite interesting, I thought that this week I would share my thoughts with you about how Evergreen has changed the way that I learn.  In my first program at Evergreen, Caribbean Cultural Crossings, one of the key concepts I took away [...]

Artistic Inclination Around Olympia

Hello again! Since I last wrote, my time has been filled with a variety of events and activities.  This past weekend, downtown Olympia hosted “Arts Walk”, a time where local shops, galleries, and restaurants are featured and performers, artists, and the locals converge on downtown to enjoy each others company.  I love that this event is [...]

Let’s Eat!

I almost forgot how much I love to make my own food…keyword: almost. Last night in my newly renovated on-campus apartment, I made a ginger-chicken and rice stew.  The scent filled the kitchen and my roommates convinced me to share, which I gladly did.  As a former line cook, there is little I enjoy more [...]