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I’m a big believer in lifelong learning. In this blog I want to simultaneously share my own knowledge and learn from my readers. I am going to be sharing my successes and my many many failures in baking, creating, getting outside, and reading. I hope we can learn, heal, and grow together!

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The Midnight Library by Matt Haig: Embracing Infinite Possibilities

August 20, 2024 by Deanna Parenti, posted in Books, Books, and More Books

These thoughts and uncertainty are what brought me to The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. This is a book that gently guides you through a journey of self discovery through the main character’s experiences.

Traveling Through Leeds

October 25, 2021October 22, 2021 by Deanna Parenti, posted in Journals

Dear Journal, The post trip reflection: (written in 2019) This last summer I was excited to be the only Juniata student attending the Leeds International Summer School (LISS) at the University of Leeds in the United Kingdom. Two planes, two trains, one bus, and a 10-minute uber and finally I was at Uni. During ice … Continue reading Traveling Through Leeds

3 Reasons why Baking is like Therapy

October 20, 2021October 19, 2021 by Deanna Parenti, posted in Bake Away

Ah, apple cider that tastes like a Hallmark movie, flannels that make me a walking LL.Bean advertisement, and crisp air that gives me goosebumps….everything that puts me in the mood to bake. When I put on my vest this morning–yes I know I’m a walking cliché–I asked myself, “Why is baking a tradition saved for … Continue reading 3 Reasons why Baking is like Therapy

Junie B. Jones: A Menace or a Mentor?

September 29, 2021September 28, 2021 by Deanna Parenti, posted in Books, Books, and More Books

A little glitter can turn your whole day around. Barbara Park Growing up, I was fortunate to have strong female figures and encouraging male figures in my life, all pushing me to be the best version of myself. Books are my place of happiness, for they create worlds where I can interact with loud outspoken … Continue reading Junie B. Jones: A Menace or a Mentor?

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