tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.comments2015-06-25T04:26:18.623-07:00Avocados and AspirationsRachel Ganadorahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13596038281502904484noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-54675353455925735882015-06-25T04:26:18.623-07:002015-06-25T04:26:18.623-07:00Amen Sister! I think if you're asking it's...Amen Sister! I think if you're asking it's too much! Keep on smelling like (and being) your wonderful self out there! I love this debut back into blogging :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03835810577430019879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-39490932824080372132014-10-24T06:44:56.058-07:002014-10-24T06:44:56.058-07:00So, you do or you don't like racing? I couldn...So, you do or you don't like racing? I couldn't get a clear read on it. :P<br />Also, don't let those Biblical Petting Zoo serpents talk you into eating any fruit. The last time that happened, women got periods.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-10503204983592102952014-08-27T11:03:20.087-07:002014-08-27T11:03:20.087-07:00in my biology course this week, we discussed how w...in my biology course this week, we discussed how we as humans tend to avoid paradoxical observations. however to sidestep things that don't make sense...well, that just doesn't make sense! nice work on embracing life's paradoxes! love your friend from the attic dollhouse, ETEThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06499452773654080501noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-32566830824227272642014-08-27T09:07:29.368-07:002014-08-27T09:07:29.368-07:00Wow! What a crazy trip of extremes. Glad you'...Wow! What a crazy trip of extremes. Glad you're writing about it! Very cool.<br />-Daniel MangetAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04223327323804602776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-171761984948882632014-06-18T19:30:16.606-07:002014-06-18T19:30:16.606-07:00There are so many struggles, injustices and atroci...There are so many struggles, injustices and atrocities in this world, it would be overwhelming for each person to internalize - let alone be passionate about - all of them. I think we have to choose the causes or situations that speak the loudest to us, and that we are most in a position to serve. If working wholeheartedly and maintaining sanity require tuning out other issues, that's just human.<br /><br />If I may add to your analogy, but switch it to pizza - New Haven's favorite food. Imagine a pepperoni and mushroom pizza, and 4 people at a pizza party: a gluten intolerant, lactose intolerant, vegetarian, and a young kid who hasn't learned to eat his veggies. The first would leave behind the crust, the second the cheese, the third would snub the pepperoni, the last would pick off those mushrooms. But together, that whole pizza would be devoured. There are many different types of people in this world, and many different pizzas (and sandwiches, wraps, salads...!)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04676993991974058337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-6763729287689151332014-05-15T09:32:37.412-07:002014-05-15T09:32:37.412-07:00That update is amazing :) And I hope you enjoyed e...That update is amazing :) And I hope you enjoyed every single one of those chocolate croissants! Make me proud, babe.Lilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09202443961608445861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-5529958780193012282014-02-11T11:45:22.357-08:002014-02-11T11:45:22.357-08:00I love reading your blog. I respect your deep, per...I love reading your blog. I respect your deep, personal exploration. This time in your life will reap a lifetime of rewards. When you are my age, you will be grateful that you had the blessing of a beginning a spiritual journey early in life. Hugs, RobertaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01758474444148840515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-78216045842644195792014-02-07T03:05:03.716-08:002014-02-07T03:05:03.716-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03282850570301806484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-77635826674563678462014-01-09T22:28:16.563-08:002014-01-09T22:28:16.563-08:00Hi Roberta ~ indeed a good question! I think it...Hi Roberta ~ indeed a good question! I think it's one we are all still grappling with at a deeper level. Through the exploration of a place with such a deep history, I am coming to realize that our culture and our people's past, whoever and whatever they might be, have a much more powerful impact on who we are than I ever realized before. Really fascinating stuff - I look forward to comparing notes when I get back! Rachel Ganadorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13596038281502904484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-75557455565673593002014-01-09T22:24:16.560-08:002014-01-09T22:24:16.560-08:00Hi Rachel - thank you so much for reading, and for...Hi Rachel - thank you so much for reading, and for your kind words! It's knowing that there are unique experiences and people out there that provides the courage to be adventurous. :) I hope this finds you well!Rachel Ganadorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13596038281502904484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-29210621905816422902014-01-09T13:56:58.646-08:002014-01-09T13:56:58.646-08:00I don't think you were being melodramatic. It ...I don't think you were being melodramatic. It is difficult to live in a country where a national holiday is centered around Christmas, while Jews and Muslims have to take personal leave days to observe our holidays. I was in Israel over one Christmas season, and it was so relaxing, compared to the constant bombardment of Christmas-y stuff in the U.S. and many other countries. One more thing--how did Nazi families resolve celebrating Christmas, even as millions of men, women and 1.5 million innocent children were systematically murdered? Now who's being melodramatic? But that's my truth. Thanks for grappling with deep philosophical issues--very important that such thinking continue into the future. RobertaAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01758474444148840515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-23647075056290691332014-01-09T04:59:53.012-08:002014-01-09T04:59:53.012-08:00 Wow Rachel I am amazed at your attitude to accept... Wow Rachel I am amazed at your attitude to accept the diverse opportunities which present themselves. I admire your adventurous approach to navigate unique experience and people. Thank you for sharing!<br />Rachel Hammer (Barbs friend)rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16030684547568864943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-71390006066412602962014-01-02T05:22:40.650-08:002014-01-02T05:22:40.650-08:00What kind words! Thank you so much, John! I truly ...What kind words! Thank you so much, John! I truly appreciate you and Bobbi so much. I hope you had a fantastic holiday!! Rachel Ganadorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13596038281502904484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-22340271980617860102014-01-02T04:06:56.461-08:002014-01-02T04:06:56.461-08:00Awesome post, Rachel! onsider Bobbi and me in on y...Awesome post, Rachel! onsider Bobbi and me in on your support network! We are rooting for you, too! And thanks for doing what you do, but mostly for being who you are!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03282850570301806484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-74334119681445377832013-03-27T04:55:52.139-07:002013-03-27T04:55:52.139-07:00Hahah thanks for the positive reinforcement, ladie...Hahah thanks for the positive reinforcement, ladies. I'm actually enjoying dating a lot, though (I hope you are too out West, Katie!). Focusing less on an end goal and more intentional about the process, I suppose. And you KNOW I'm always game for an international adventure! Rachel Ganadorahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13596038281502904484noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-7302367882302369582013-03-26T08:21:49.615-07:002013-03-26T08:21:49.615-07:00Rachel, I adore you. This is so well written! An...Rachel, I adore you. This is so well written! And twitterpatted! That's how all my Seattle friends are right now.... I say you, Laura & I run away on an international adventure now and give up dating. Men are overrated. Katiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02461235200902727936noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-62603078163110752122013-03-26T07:02:07.908-07:002013-03-26T07:02:07.908-07:00Rapping on Windows! I love puns!
And you're n...Rapping on Windows! I love puns!<br />And you're not alone - the only date I have in the near future is with my W-2s.<br />p.s. You need to get yourself some Badger Balm.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-42664527245561754022013-02-13T21:07:03.373-08:002013-02-13T21:07:03.373-08:00Avocados are great. But so is mango. And cheese....Avocados are great. But so is mango. And cheese. And definitely chocolate.<br />You can fill your life with delicious experiences, jobs, and people without them all being rolled up in one neat package. I'd say you already do! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-67432020014383984222013-02-13T18:58:41.689-08:002013-02-13T18:58:41.689-08:00I was hooked when I thought this was just a love l...I was hooked when I thought this was just a love letter to the most amazing whole food ever - but now avocados will be my straight up woman power food!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03835810577430019879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-44854649214407657422013-02-13T18:56:25.297-08:002013-02-13T18:56:25.297-08:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03835810577430019879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-24493174143139730542013-01-11T08:01:35.560-08:002013-01-11T08:01:35.560-08:00Haha, that would happen to you. I love that they a...Haha, that would happen to you. I love that they announced your confusion to the whole plane. <br />Also, you should check out The World Without Us.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-16456067168155748822012-11-09T07:00:30.790-08:002012-11-09T07:00:30.790-08:00Your Mom might be right, they are RELAUNCHING a NE...Your Mom might be right, they are RELAUNCHING a NEW AND IMPROVED Furby for this holiday season.<br />http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2012-11-01/tweaking-toys-for-the-connected-generation<br /><br />Also, typo 3rd paragraph 3rd line from the bottom.Suzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16806467108312265477noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-17617918685872298362012-07-28T13:58:39.500-07:002012-07-28T13:58:39.500-07:00hahaha, "I'm gonna get boozed up"......hahaha, "I'm gonna get boozed up"...I love it! <br />Please keep the stories coming :) and remember, it's always better to be the best-dressed person in the room (or on the date) than the least.Lilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09202443961608445861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-54057822066955232882012-07-27T08:39:49.829-07:002012-07-27T08:39:49.829-07:00who, other than awkward youth group kids, high fiv...who, other than awkward youth group kids, high fives anymore? ;)Becka Robinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03478686301976020706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2954639181500812833.post-47139043845220318872012-04-15T19:15:28.589-07:002012-04-15T19:15:28.589-07:00Haha Rachel, it's Peoria, IL. And I sympathiz...Haha Rachel, it's Peoria, IL. And I sympathize with your smartphone problems - I still have a flip phone and don't want to switch! I get made fun of a lot, but honestly, there's so much more to break (especially for those of us who like to play in the dirt). Miss you and love to read your articles, such a descriptive and hilarious writer as always! -Clairedelalunehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15434767820339989203noreply@blogger.com