Category Archives: Worldly-ness

Hello Again, Boston.

Posted on December 25, 2011 by

I’m back to La Vie Boston both geographically and blog-wise. Two days ago, my four-month-long stay in Australia and New Zealand sadly came to a close. My time there was a whirlwind of new friends, sturdy backpacks, good food, stunning … Continue reading →

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La Vie…Sydney

Posted on September 5, 2011 by

Three weeks ago my global coordinates shifted 10,090 miles away from my Boston life. Studying abroad until January, I now reside in the city “centre” of Sydney, NSW, Australia. Expect a bit of an Aussie influence on upcoming posts in … Continue reading →

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I’ve Asked the Sun to Stay All Night

Posted on August 3, 2011 by

Spread some light by buying the Queensland Flood Relief Fundraiser Poster by Toben [via here].

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This is the Story of Your Red Right Ankle

Posted on December 2, 2010 by

[by Amanda de Cadenet] In observation of December 1st’s World Aids Day, let’s hope atleast one ribbon, one poster, one red shirt, or one speech helped spread some awareness or counter a prejudice. For the 15.7 million women, 15.6 million … Continue reading →

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Haiti Help

Posted on January 15, 2010 by

[source] With the death toll in Haiti passing 50,000, the world has turned to action.  Amidst all of this sadness, the good samaritan responses of many organizations have been heart-warming.  American airlines is transporting doctors and nurses to Haiti for … Continue reading →

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Grameen Bank

Posted on August 2, 2009 by

There are women in developing countries who are living the economic catch-22: you need money to make money.  And without any form of collateral or credit history, these women can’t even borrow money from a bank.  This is even more … Continue reading →

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