what’s in my bag | minimalist
I spend most of my weekdays in town, either at work or writing at coffee shops between shifts. During those days, I live out of this little black backpack—which, though deceptively small, is the perfect size for fitting all I need. If you’re in high school or...
Thoughts from Little Gidding, England
From the moment I emerge from the bus into the misty veil of the morning, bundled in my jacket and scarf, the country air of Little Gidding breathes of peace. We seem to be in the middle of nowhere, our only company being a herd of sheep grazing in the verdant...
Pack with Me for Study Abroad in the U.K.
Top of the morning! As you likely know by now, I’ll be leaving in a couple weeks to study abroad in the United Kingdom for four months. Going into this long-anticipated study abroad program, it was important to me that I not overpack. After all, who wants to be...
The Complete Minimalist Guide to Packing for College
We all have our dreams of our perfect college dorm room, right? A place to come home at the end of the day and feel rested. A tidy dorm room, flooded with natural light. All your essentials are organized and in place. The window is open, letting a fragrant...
5 Things I Learned from My First Semester at College
“Wherever you are, be all there.” – Jim Elliot On the last day of class for my creative nonfiction workshop, everyone was asked to stand in front of class and read aloud one page of their final portfolio of essays. One by one, we took turns...Welcome!
Hey there! I’m Olivia Grace, and this is my online journal of all things creative and beautiful.
