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In 1975, three thousand children were airlifted out of Saigon to be adopted into Western homes. When Mindy, one of those children, announces her plans to return to Vietnam to find her birth mother, her loving adoptive family is suddenly thrown back to the events surrounding her unconventional arrival into their lives. Though her father …
If you know Bryan and I, you know we love finding fun coffee shops to hang out in. Exploring a new city has given us the opportunity to find so many new coffee shops. We’ve had a bit of time to visit a few so I wanted to share some of our favorites. Come visit …
If you are looking for a cozy hangout spot in Grand Rapids, I strongly recommend Rise Authentic Bakery; it has all the vibes of a cozy coffee shop + donuts! On a sunny Friday afternoon, I took my time enjoying an Americano, while Bryan sipped his mocha. They serve Squibb coffee alongside their hand-crafted gluten …
Good morning! Part of becoming an adult is developing a steady morning routine. I’ve been crafting mine for some time (though, I have certainly not perfected implementing it) and am eager to share it with you. Here are some effective ways to start your morning that help make the day more pleasant. Care For Your …
This past weekend, I traveled to Chicago, IL to see the popular show Hamilton. Saturday, mid-morning, we boarded a train and made our way to the city. I have been here numerous times, but it’s always exciting to explore a place away from home and discover places new to me. My goal for 2019 is to adventure, …