Janelle in Brussels
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I'm a California native studying for one year in Brussels, Belgium. I'm an aspiring journalist trying to get a little world experience, and eat some fabulous food.
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A list: My Top Ten Moments on the Road
Posted on 15/06/2012
I’ve been back in the US for a few weeks now, moving quickly into my fast-paced, appointment-filled existence. I’m drinking a lot more beer than I used to, though, with the...
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The departure. The return.
Posted on 25/05/2012
Our host mom, Martine, was watering flowers in the front yard when my roommate and I were leaving for our farewell dinner with the rest of the ISA gang. We hesitated on our way out ?...
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Pre-departure musings
Posted on 14/05/2012
Between studying for final exams, packing my current life away, and getting around to doing things I never did in Brussels, this is proving to be a busy week. My checklist of “things...
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How to Fall in Love with Brussels
Posted on 11/05/2012
Nearly nine months ago, I arrived in Brussels with one backpack, one suitcase, and not much else. I was easily excitable. I was nervous. I was uncomfortable. I was overwhelmed by city life,...
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Italy and France: Foodie Edition
Posted on 08/05/2012
I recently uploaded a photo album to Facebook exclusively of food I’ve consumed this semester, mostly during travels. My host mother had one thing to say to that. “Did you come...
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A trek through the Balkans
Posted on 26/04/2012
We get into the car. We’re off to Somewhere, Macedonia, approximately 15 kilometers away from Bitola. Somewhere, Macedonia, is beautiful. Our host, Vlad, wants to show us some...
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An ode to France, Provence and Montpellier
Posted on 25/04/2012
This question frequently comes up: “What is your favorite city you’ve visited so far?” This question kills me. I immediately mentally scan the list of capitals I’ve...
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A family vacation in Italy
Posted on 18/04/2012
To sum up nine glorious days in Italy in one short blog post would be insulting to the country’s idyllic views, charming chaos, unbeatable history, and endless onslaught of thick...
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A List: Things that are Better in the States
Posted on 27/03/2012
If it’s not obvious, I’m a Europe lover. I often talk ill of the USA, whether it’s the political system or the ubiquity of awful fast food. With my parents coming into...
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Is London worth it?
Posted on 20/03/2012
Along with Paris and Amsterdam, London is one of those cities seemingly every single American student in Brussels manages to visit. On the Eurostar, it’s two hours away, and a real...
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