I actually like living with my family. Granted, I have a separate apartment within the house, but it’s nice to have people to come home to, which I wouldn’t have if I left right now. We’re also able to share expenses and chores so everyone is benefitting. I live and work in a small town; it doesn’t make sense to get…

I’m a rural NC girl, so I’ll throw in a few of my favorites, just in case you ever get the chance to visit them! Blue Ribbon Diner in Mebane, Village Grill in Burlington, The Root in Elon, Miss Maude’s Cafe in Benson, Risto’s Place in Statesville, Lucky 32 in Greensboro... I wish I had more far-flung recommendations…

You might want to check out Repetto, too - they're stiffer and a bit more expensive, but they make some great heels!

You might want to check out Repetto, too - they're stiffer and a bit more expensive, but they make some great heels!

Bloch ballerina flats are my favorite. They were my preferred brand when I danced years ago, and I love the way the street shoes, too. They come in a zillion colors (I think I own fourteen) so I can always match my outfits. There’s just enough of a heel to keep them from making my legs hurt, but they’re flexible…

Bloch ballerina flats are my favorite. They were my preferred brand when I danced years ago, and I love the way the…

I had a colonoscopy at 25, and it was a much less horrible experience than I expected. The prep isn’t fun, and I’d suggest having some vaseline on hand (I hope that’s not TMI, but I found that I was a little sore by the end) and maybe a pad for the next day (just in case there’s a little prep liquid that you haven’t…