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Farewell old Erin, Hello new world!

It is the end of the year.  All that is left are final exams.  Everyone is anxious and nervous about their finals, and we also have to write our last synthesis essay for class.  I have put this off for … Continue reading

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Picking up Trash over Pig Roast, OH YES!

Doing service for class was once again a great, enjoyable experience.  These services never seem to disappoint me.  They are entertaining and I always seem to find at least one crazy creature.  Instead of spending my morning at school on … Continue reading

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Just the Beginning!

As I walked up next to the gigantic tree I thought to myself this will be my last time coming here to my reflection spot but then I quickly realized, NO, this is just the beginning of many more visits … Continue reading

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A Ray of Sunshine on this Rainy Day

The busiest day I have had this year… It is good this blog is about us returning to our reflection spot because today has been the most stressful day I have had in a while.  Once again, I started my … Continue reading

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Meeting Gaston and Delilah

This past Saturday four current Earth Lodgers, including myself, woke up nice and early to do volunteer work at William Byrd farm in downtown Richmond.  I knew the day was going to be a great day…. I drove us downtown … Continue reading

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warm or cold, I will have a great time!

When I am lucky enough to have some free time on a marvelous day like today I find myself compelled to spend some time outside.  Things like throwing the frisbee around or walking along the water just seem to the … Continue reading

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Just a climb away from a great time

It was a beautiful, wonderful day outside.  Given the assignment to find a reflection point, I knew right away I wanted somewhere off campus.  I love the Richmond campus, but I love exploring and seeing new things.  I think that … Continue reading

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Looking closely to see the beauty

I had heard about the Gambrill Mills Trail last year but never had a chance to find out where it was on campus, let alone explore it.  Fortunately, on a recent beautiful Thursday afternoon I got lucky and got to … Continue reading

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