Initially created to share my experiences after graduating from UCLA and working at the Directors Guild of America in Los Angeles, The Rippin Blog quickly became much more to me as I covered topics from filmmaking to event planning, romances, life-altering travels and my innermost thoughts. Read More »
I got my first period when I was twelve. Small and underdeveloped, I could pass for nine. Though I was emotionally mature, and had already defined myself a feminist, I was confused by the conflicting messages I received from my family. Read More »
Washington, DC—We hurdled over tattered sweatshirts, jogging pants, hats, and gloves, remnants of discarded layers from overheated runners, strewn across the course beyond the start line. Read More »
For many Brown Girls, Diwali has a very special meaning and conjures up stories with family, friends, lots of food, and of course lights! What was your favorite Diwali memory? Read More »
If you asked my opinion about Greek organizations four years ago, I wasn’t sure what the big deal was and why students would decide to become a brother or sister. Read More »
More than anything, I was still in shock that the most sought after man of my generation could pose such an colossal threat to a nation’s safety one day and be gone the next. Read More »
"You're only American if you're born on American soil." My head swerved around so quickly it almost snapped. Befuddled, I answered with "I was not born in America, but I am American." Read More »
Dressed up with my plaid dress, brown combat boots, my favorite jean jacket, and of course the cowgirl hat, I was ready for the Houston Livestock Rodeo 2011. Read More »
My best friend is engaged! I’m so happy for her and I get the honor of being one of her bridesmaids. We have already started to plan the wedding, which is so exciting it makes me dream about my own perfect wedding. Read More »
How do you forgive someone who tells you that they love you but their actions say something quite the opposite? How do you not hold a grudge towards someone who constantly tells you they are going to do one thing, but does something completely different? Read More »
