I created this blog in 2015 about the literal and metaphorical journey of exploring new spaces. I was 19 at the time, and quite honestly, I was feeling a bit lost. I was attending university in my hometown and feeling like I wanted… needed … to be anywhere else in the world. I felt stuck….
Tag: travel
On Religion
Since beginning the journey of adulthood, one of my primary goals has been to live in a way that is authentic to my soul– this isn’t as cheesy as it sounds, hang tight my friends. A big part of this authenticity means sharing what spirals through my brain by writing about it (why hello blog,…
Ciao America
Ciao America! Disclaimer: the gelato withdrawals are real and I am already vicariously living through my pictures, hence the gelato cover photo. To the point: I thought that four months abroad would be the perfect opportunity for me to blog all the time. I haven’t blogged since September. Here’s the thing: I really was having…
Hey, Marseille!
In my previous blog post, I unapologetically stated that I do not like French food. Marseille, you have changed my mind. Before I talk about my trip to Marseille, I would like to interject some self reflection. Without a little Jenna rambling, this wouldn’t fit my blogging ‘theme’ now would it? It goes without saying that…
Paris is Always a Good Idea
“Paris is always a good idea.”- Audrey Hepburn I would have to agree with Audrey^. I spent this weekend in Paris to celebrate my 21st birthday and what a weekend it was. Of course, 21 is not a big deal in Europe, but naturally I wanted to celebrate this monumental age U.S. style. This being…
She’s *Getting* Wide Open Spaces
May 23, 2015: The day I explained my blog to the world. “She Needed Wide Open Spaces” has a lot of different meanings for me. Initially, I was just so anxious to start a blog that I was about ready to settle for any name that sounded remotely creative. I started to think about phrases…
Behind the Name
I have wanted to start a blog for a few years now. I have always loved the idea of engaging in a community and outlet where I can share my own ideas and opinions and read about the ideas and opinions of others around me. I have always loved journal writing, and writing in general….
She Needed Wide Open Spaces 