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"Though one may be over-powered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."
Ecclesiastes 4:12

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This semester held a lot of blessings and these are just five of them. So here’s a video of my favorite humans to feed my sentimentality. • • • • • @lillianmscott @zachccamp @kristiannaed @mtchllhrtly @williamjvest
The summer crew is out in full force.
The summer crew is out in full force.
Hey thanks for being in that film that one time. And for being late with me to every Innovations class this semester. Oh, and for living with me in the fall. I’m glad you walked up to me at student media retreat and said “so, Cambridge?” You’re everything good and fun and I’m so glad you exist.
Hey thanks for being in that film that one time. And for being late with me to every Innovations class this semester. Oh, and for living with me in the fall. I’m glad you walked up to me at student media retreat and said “so, Cambridge?” You’re everything good and fun and I’m so glad you exist.
Someone asked me what I learned this semester and I think the number one thing I’ve learned is when to say yes to things. To soul filling things like friendship and spontaneous trips to Chatt and late night baking and trivia. Cause when all this ends and I’m starting a new chapter, I’m not going to remember staying home alone binge watching Netflix, I’m going to remember the memories I made when I said yes. Those late nights full of laughter and chaos and probably at least three c-stands. Those are the moments I want to remember.
Someone asked me what I learned this semester and I think the number one thing I’ve learned is when to say yes to things. To soul filling things like friendship and spontaneous trips to Chatt and late night baking and trivia. Cause when all this ends and I’m starting a new chapter, I’m not going to remember staying home alone binge watching Netflix, I’m going to remember the memories I made when I said yes. Those late nights full of laughter and chaos and probably at least three c-stands. Those are the moments I want to remember.
A few weeks ago I got the chance to photograph Passion when they came to Lee Day. Initially I felt pretty disappointed in the shots I got, but after letting them sit for a few weeks I found some that got me pretty excited. I guess it’s just a reminder to not write something off just because you don’t love it upon first look. Some things take time.
A few weeks ago I got the chance to photograph Passion when they came to Lee Day. Initially I felt pretty disappointed in the shots I got, but after letting them sit for a few weeks I found some that got me pretty excited. I guess it’s just a reminder to not write something off just because you don’t love it upon first look. Some things take time.
I get to spend my entire summer with these humans and I’m so happy I can’t contain myself.
I get to spend my entire summer with these humans and I’m so happy I can’t contain myself.
And just like that, Issue Four is here and it’s utterly beautiful. Today marks the end of an era for me as Jaclyn and Halea graduate and I head into one last semester with Vindagua, and today I’m reminded of all the memories this publication holds for me. From that first awkward photo booth pic Jaclyn and I took as near strangers to french fry runs on the way to retreat, my time at Vindagua has been full of love and sass and friendships I’ll treasure forever. And though I’m sad to see this era go, I’m excited to see what the next semester will bring for both Vindagua and me. Love you Jaclyn & Halea. You’re my people and I love you the most. • I’m also insanely proud of this issue, so go get your hands on a copy!
And just like that, Issue Four is here and it’s utterly beautiful. Today marks the end of an era for me as Jaclyn and Halea graduate and I head into one last semester with Vindagua, and today I’m reminded of all the memories this publication holds for me. From that first awkward photo booth pic Jaclyn and I took as near strangers to french fry runs on the way to retreat, my time at Vindagua has been full of love and sass and friendships I’ll treasure forever. And though I’m sad to see this era go, I’m excited to see what the next semester will bring for both Vindagua and me. Love you Jaclyn & Halea. You’re my people and I love you the most. • I’m also insanely proud of this issue, so go get your hands on a copy!
TOMORROW IS THE DAY! • Come to the Ped Mall tomorrow to get your copy of Vindagua Issue Four and party with us! Think free coffee, colorful stickers, and great music. See you there!
I’ve been having one of those weeks where my brain keeps latching on to random actions or words and playing them over and over in my head. It’s like my brain is an old VHS tape that keeps skipping and replaying the same half-word until you want to throw it out the window. And no matter how rational my explanation, no matter how many times I talk myself off that cliff, my brain keeps circling right back to it. Again. And again. And again. And it’s exhausting. Mostly because these things I can’t let go of are not purposeful, not spiteful. They’re things I should be able to walk away from. But I can’t seem to. And I know this is just a time, that tomorrow I could wake up and be back to my less sensitive self, but I’m still frustrated because I’ve been doing so well and this feels like a step backward. But then I’m reminded that “grace requires nothing of me.” Nothing. It’s okay for my heart to be tender and my mind to be scattered. It’s okay to have both highs and lows. And it’s okay to have lows when you think you “technically should” be having highs. Today I’m not doing great—but tomorrow I might be. And that is a good hope. That is grace.
I’ve been having one of those weeks where my brain keeps latching on to random actions or words and playing them over and over in my head. It’s like my brain is an old VHS tape that keeps skipping and replaying the same half-word until you want to throw it out the window. And no matter how rational my explanation, no matter how many times I talk myself off that cliff, my brain keeps circling right back to it. Again. And again. And again. And it’s exhausting. Mostly because these things I can’t let go of are not purposeful, not spiteful. They’re things I should be able to walk away from. But I can’t seem to. And I know this is just a time, that tomorrow I could wake up and be back to my less sensitive self, but I’m still frustrated because I’ve been doing so well and this feels like a step backward. But then I’m reminded that “grace requires nothing of me.” Nothing. It’s okay for my heart to be tender and my mind to be scattered. It’s okay to have both highs and lows. And it’s okay to have lows when you think you “technically should” be having highs. Today I’m not doing great—but tomorrow I might be. And that is a good hope. That is grace.
My day didn’t start out so well but then I went for a walk with a friend, pet a bunch of baby farm animals, talked to Brynna for an hour, and took a few pictures and it’s really starting to look up. Now I’m off to Fringe Fest to see all the work I put into playwriting this semester come to fruition. Life is good, my friends—even with the rocky starts.
My day didn’t start out so well but then I went for a walk with a friend, pet a bunch of baby farm animals, talked to Brynna for an hour, and took a few pictures and it’s really starting to look up. Now I’m off to Fringe Fest to see all the work I put into playwriting this semester come to fruition. Life is good, my friends—even with the rocky starts.
This semester held a lot of blessings and these are just five of them. So here’s a video of my favorite humans to feed my sentimentality. • • • • • @lillianmscott @zachccamp @kristiannaed @mtchllhrtly @williamjvest
The summer crew is out in full force. Hey thanks for being in that film that one time. And for being late with me to every Innovations class this semester. Oh, and for living with me in the fall. I’m glad you walked up to me at student media retreat and said “so, Cambridge?” You’re everything good and fun and I’m so glad you exist. Someone asked me what I learned this semester and I think the number one thing I’ve learned is when to say yes to things. To soul filling things like friendship and spontaneous trips to Chatt and late night baking and trivia. Cause when all this ends and I’m starting a new chapter, I’m not going to remember staying home alone binge watching Netflix, I’m going to remember the memories I made when I said yes. Those late nights full of laughter and chaos and probably at least three c-stands. Those are the moments I want to remember. A few weeks ago I got the chance to photograph Passion when they came to Lee Day. Initially I felt pretty disappointed in the shots I got, but after letting them sit for a few weeks I found some that got me pretty excited. I guess it’s just a reminder to not write something off just because you don’t love it upon first look. Some things take time. I get to spend my entire summer with these humans and I’m so happy I can’t contain myself. And just like that, Issue Four is here and it’s utterly beautiful. Today marks the end of an era for me as Jaclyn and Halea graduate and I head into one last semester with Vindagua, and today I’m reminded of all the memories this publication holds for me. From that first awkward photo booth pic Jaclyn and I took as near strangers to french fry runs on the way to retreat, my time at Vindagua has been full of love and sass and friendships I’ll treasure forever. And though I’m sad to see this era go, I’m excited to see what the next semester will bring for both Vindagua and me. Love you Jaclyn & Halea. You’re my people and I love you the most. • I’m also insanely proud of this issue, so go get your hands on a copy!
TOMORROW IS THE DAY! • Come to the Ped Mall tomorrow to get your copy of Vindagua Issue Four and party with us! Think free coffee, colorful stickers, and great music. See you there!
I’ve been having one of those weeks where my brain keeps latching on to random actions or words and playing them over and over in my head. It’s like my brain is an old VHS tape that keeps skipping and replaying the same half-word until you want to throw it out the window. And no matter how rational my explanation, no matter how many times I talk myself off that cliff, my brain keeps circling right back to it. Again. And again. And again. And it’s exhausting. Mostly because these things I can’t let go of are not purposeful, not spiteful. They’re things I should be able to walk away from. But I can’t seem to. And I know this is just a time, that tomorrow I could wake up and be back to my less sensitive self, but I’m still frustrated because I’ve been doing so well and this feels like a step backward. But then I’m reminded that “grace requires nothing of me.” Nothing. It’s okay for my heart to be tender and my mind to be scattered. It’s okay to have both highs and lows. And it’s okay to have lows when you think you “technically should” be having highs. Today I’m not doing great—but tomorrow I might be. And that is a good hope. That is grace. My day didn’t start out so well but then I went for a walk with a friend, pet a bunch of baby farm animals, talked to Brynna for an hour, and took a few pictures and it’s really starting to look up. Now I’m off to Fringe Fest to see all the work I put into playwriting this semester come to fruition. Life is good, my friends—even with the rocky starts.

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I am a visionary. This guy is not. But he trusts me enough to buy a fixer upper because I can see potential. In the last year we have successfully gutted and put back together this entire house. 90% ourselves. Just the two of us. He is currently replacing rotted boards around the roof so it’s ready to tackle metal bending for the fascia. I am so thankful for him. And this house is going to be amazing when it’s done! #wavehouse
I am a visionary. This guy is not. But he trusts me enough to buy a fixer upper because I can see potential. In the last year we have successfully gutted and put back together this entire house. 90% ourselves. Just the two of us. He is currently replacing rotted boards around the roof so it’s ready to tackle metal bending for the fascia. I am so thankful for him. And this house is going to be amazing when it’s done! #wavehouse
I can’t always buy organic so when I cant this spray is invaluable to my families health. Soaking these fresh picked strawberries in oils to rid them of surface pesticides. #KellysOils
I can’t always buy organic so when I cant this spray is invaluable to my families health. Soaking these fresh picked strawberries in oils to rid them of surface pesticides. #KellysOils
Started some Memorial Day decorating. I love anything patriotic including clothes! The Fourth of July has always been my favorite holiday. Fireworks. Swimming. Picnics. Family. Military. It all thrills me. And even though Nate died on the Fourth of July it still remains my favorite day. Hard but favorite. It is a day of family tradition and I love to prepare for it! #nateparker #wavehouse
Started some Memorial Day decorating. I love anything patriotic including clothes! The Fourth of July has always been my favorite holiday. Fireworks. Swimming. Picnics. Family. Military. It all thrills me. And even though Nate died on the Fourth of July it still remains my favorite day. Hard but favorite. It is a day of family tradition and I love to prepare for it! #nateparker #wavehouse
Mother’s Day wouldn’t be the same without an amazing note from Jett. #jett2010
Mother’s Day wouldn’t be the same without an amazing note from Jett. #jett2010
First lavender yield at the #wavehouse and I’m pretty stoked.
First lavender yield at the #wavehouse and I’m pretty stoked.
Second field day in the books. #jett2010 #endoffirstgrade
Second field day in the books. #jett2010 #endoffirstgrade
This girl is a keeper. #kenziepaige
This girl is a keeper. #kenziepaige
Taking care of your skin is crucial to healthy living. It’s your largest organ after all. These Jade rollers used with my face serum are amazing. Our facial muscles store a lot of tension- this tension causes wrinkles and fine lines. Using a jade roller can help release tension in these spots. It also promotes circulation. Using it with a great serum helps the oils to soak in better so they can do their job! Store it in the freezer for added pop! Link for jade roller in profile. #KellysOils
Taking care of your skin is crucial to healthy living. It’s your largest organ after all. These Jade rollers used with my face serum are amazing. Our facial muscles store a lot of tension- this tension causes wrinkles and fine lines. Using a jade roller can help release tension in these spots. It also promotes circulation. Using it with a great serum helps the oils to soak in better so they can do their job! Store it in the freezer for added pop! Link for jade roller in profile. #KellysOils
It’s just primed but it already looks like a new house. I’m so excited to see it done. Now to decide on shutter color. #wavehouse
It’s just primed but it already looks like a new house. I’m so excited to see it done. Now to decide on shutter color. #wavehouse
Wishing for the spring without all the rain. Oh and this picture of Kenzie is amazing. #kenziepaige #ashleylodgephotography #danceelitemorristown
Wishing for the spring without all the rain. Oh and this picture of Kenzie is amazing. #kenziepaige #ashleylodgephotography #danceelitemorristown
I am a visionary. This guy is not. But he trusts me enough to buy a fixer upper because I can see potential. In the last year we have successfully gutted and put back together this entire house. 90% ourselves. Just the two of us. He is currently replacing rotted boards around the roof so it’s ready to tackle metal bending for the fascia. I am so thankful for him. And this house is going to be amazing when it’s done! #wavehouse I can’t always buy organic so when I cant this spray is invaluable to my families health. Soaking these fresh picked strawberries in oils to rid them of surface pesticides. #KellysOils Started some Memorial Day decorating. I love anything patriotic including clothes! The Fourth of July has always been my favorite holiday. Fireworks. Swimming. Picnics. Family. Military. It all thrills me. And even though Nate died on the Fourth of July it still remains my favorite day. Hard but favorite. It is a day of family tradition and I love to prepare for it! #nateparker #wavehouse Mother’s Day wouldn’t be the same without an amazing note from Jett. #jett2010 First lavender yield at the #wavehouse and I’m pretty stoked. Second field day in the books. #jett2010 #endoffirstgrade This girl is a keeper. #kenziepaige Taking care of your skin is crucial to healthy living. It’s your largest organ after all. These Jade rollers used with my face serum are amazing. Our facial muscles store a lot of tension- this tension causes wrinkles and fine lines. Using a jade roller can help release tension in these spots. It also promotes circulation. Using it with a great serum helps the oils to soak in better so they can do their job! Store it in the freezer for added pop! Link for jade roller in profile. #KellysOils It’s just primed but it already looks like a new house. I’m so excited to see it done. Now to decide on shutter color. #wavehouse Wishing for the spring without all the rain. Oh and this picture of Kenzie is amazing. #kenziepaige #ashleylodgephotography #danceelitemorristown

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Everyday I look 👀 at this map 🗺 and dream 🤔 about where I should go next. And those little bird 🐦 prints are greeting cards from the U. K. 🇬🇧 ❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️ Maybe I should just go back there and get some more. 😂😂😂
Everyday I look 👀 at this map 🗺 and dream 🤔 about where I should go next. And those little bird 🐦 prints are greeting cards from the U. K. 🇬🇧 ❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️ Maybe I should just go back there and get some more. 😂😂😂
After a week in a bland condo with cinder block walls, 😮😜it’s nice to have interest and color back in my life. Does anyone else appreciate her home 🏡 so much after being away? As much as I love ❤️ to travel, there is no place like home.
After a week in a bland condo with cinder block walls, 😮😜it’s nice to have interest and color back in my life. Does anyone else appreciate her home 🏡 so much after being away? As much as I love ❤️ to travel, there is no place like home.
I swiped this from Tessa for the front porch. ❤️🍍❤️🍍❤️🍍
I swiped this from Tessa for the front porch. ❤️🍍❤️🍍❤️🍍
It’s been quite the long day, but we made it, and I’m happy to report that my flowers 🌸🌸🌸 survived while I was away! 🌼🍍🌼
It’s been quite the long day, but we made it, and I’m happy to report that my flowers 🌸🌸🌸 survived while I was away! 🌼🍍🌼
What a salad for my last meal in Maui! 😍🌸🍍
What a salad for my last meal in Maui! 😍🌸🍍
I love ❤️ the tangled mess of this driftwood. It wraps up how I oftentimes feel—alone and complicated amidst the crashing waves 🌊 of life. There is indeed beauty even in alone and complicated and battered. On my last day here, I’ve once again been challenged to accept and embrace my uniqueness. I’ve been reminded of God’s amazing love ❤️ and grace and patience. And more than ever, I want to live out my days creatively and taking risks—the kind that inspire and encourage and transform—the kind that give me stories to tell and make me smile 😃 a lot. So long, Maui, my forever friend. 🌼🌸🌼🌸
I love ❤️ the tangled mess of this driftwood. It wraps up how I oftentimes feel—alone and complicated amidst the crashing waves 🌊 of life. There is indeed beauty even in alone and complicated and battered. On my last day here, I’ve once again been challenged to accept and embrace my uniqueness. I’ve been reminded of God’s amazing love ❤️ and grace and patience. And more than ever, I want to live out my days creatively and taking risks—the kind that inspire and encourage and transform—the kind that give me stories to tell and make me smile 😃 a lot. So long, Maui, my forever friend. 🌼🌸🌼🌸
Maui bids us goodbye on our final night. 😍😮 The memories we’ve made here will last a lifetime. ❤️❤️❤️
Maui bids us goodbye on our final night. 😍😮 The memories we’ve made here will last a lifetime. ❤️❤️❤️
As you can see, I am not a professional helicopter 🚁🚁🚁passenger. 😂😜 I wore a bun on top of my head which was not at all comfortable with the headset. 😐 And it took me a hot second to figure out that I did not have to wear the cord as a necklace. 😂
As you can see, I am not a professional helicopter 🚁🚁🚁passenger. 😂😜 I wore a bun on top of my head which was not at all comfortable with the headset. 😐 And it took me a hot second to figure out that I did not have to wear the cord as a necklace. 😂
The young people enjoyed some snorkeling. 😍☀️🏝Someone had to stay on the boat 🚣‍♀️ to take pictures , right? 😂 On a side note, this has been the wettest spring on record in Maui history. ☔️🌧 We were thankful for the break today. It was not completely sunny, ☀️☀️☀️but it did peek through from time to time.
The young people enjoyed some snorkeling. 😍☀️🏝Someone had to stay on the boat 🚣‍♀️ to take pictures , right? 😂 On a side note, this has been the wettest spring on record in Maui history. ☔️🌧 We were thankful for the break today. It was not completely sunny, ☀️☀️☀️but it did peek through from time to time.
We’re heading out to sea 🌊 and a little snorkeling fun. 🏝🏄‍♀️🏄
We’re heading out to sea 🌊 and a little snorkeling fun. 🏝🏄‍♀️🏄
Everyday I look 👀 at this map 🗺 and dream 🤔 about where I should go next. And those little bird 🐦 prints are greeting cards from the U. K. 🇬🇧 ❤️🇬🇧❤️🇬🇧❤️ Maybe I should just go back there and get some more. 😂😂😂 After a week in a bland condo with cinder block walls, 😮😜it’s nice to have interest and color back in my life. Does anyone else appreciate her home 🏡 so much after being away? As much as I love ❤️ to travel, there is no place like home. I swiped this from Tessa for the front porch. ❤️🍍❤️🍍❤️🍍 It’s been quite the long day, but we made it, and I’m happy to report that my flowers 🌸🌸🌸 survived while I was away! 🌼🍍🌼 What a salad for my last meal in Maui! 😍🌸🍍 I love ❤️ the tangled mess of this driftwood. It wraps up how I oftentimes feel—alone and complicated amidst the crashing waves 🌊 of life. There is indeed beauty even in alone and complicated and battered. On my last day here, I’ve once again been challenged to accept and embrace my uniqueness. I’ve been reminded of God’s amazing love ❤️ and grace and patience. And more than ever, I want to live out my days creatively and taking risks—the kind that inspire and encourage and transform—the kind that give me stories to tell and make me smile 😃 a lot. So long, Maui, my forever friend. 🌼🌸🌼🌸 Maui bids us goodbye on our final night. 😍😮 The memories we’ve made here will last a lifetime. ❤️❤️❤️ As you can see, I am not a professional helicopter 🚁🚁🚁passenger. 😂😜 I wore a bun on top of my head which was not at all comfortable with the headset. 😐 And it took me a hot second to figure out that I did not have to wear the cord as a necklace. 😂 The young people enjoyed some snorkeling. 😍☀️🏝Someone had to stay on the boat 🚣‍♀️ to take pictures , right? 😂 On a side note, this has been the wettest spring on record in Maui history. ☔️🌧 We were thankful for the break today. It was not completely sunny, ☀️☀️☀️but it did peek through from time to time. We’re heading out to sea 🌊 and a little snorkeling fun. 🏝🏄‍♀️🏄

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The summer crew is out in full force.
Hey thanks for being in that film that one time. And for being late with me to every Innovations class this semester. Oh, and for living with me in the fall. I’m glad you walked up to me at student media retreat and said “so, Cambridge?” You’re everything good and fun and I’m so glad you exist.
Someone asked me what I learned this semester and I think the number one thing I’ve learned is when to say yes to things. To soul filling things like friendship and spontaneous trips to Chatt and late night baking and trivia. Cause when all this ends and I’m starting a new chapter, I’m not going to remember staying home alone binge watching Netflix, I’m going to remember the memories I made when I said yes. Those late nights full of laughter and chaos and probably at least three c-stands. Those are the moments I want to remember.

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