To Be Surprised
Hi, there! And welcome. I’m Katie, a Minnesota-based adventurer, outdoor enthusiast, and lover of all things learning. I firmly believe life begins at the end of your comfort zone, and I strive to pursue new experiences that lead to greater growth and perspective. To Be Surprised cultivates this curiosity and explores the possibility that comes when we dare to live boldly and color outside the lines. I’m happy you’re here and hope I can inspire you to explore more bravely, dream more fearlessly, and live more colorfully. After all, life is often messy, ever changing, and always beautiful, and I am committed to living it to its absolute fullest. And, in doing so, I promise to never stop planning To Be Surprised.
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The Blogs
One Thing A Day
Beauty comes from the possibility of what we do when we are in motion, when we continually choose to grow and reshape ourselves. Through this blog, One Thing A Day, I commit to doing one thing each day that scares me. With each weekly post I will pursue the unknown and stretch myself some way, whether by developing a new skill, seeking a new experience, or cultivating a different mindset. After all, life begins at the end of your comfort zone: So let’s take the leap!
Using the Whole Box of Crayons
Join me as I blog my way through a 120-Crayola crayon box. Each post in Using the Whole Box of Crayons thematically uses a color to develop a story, explore a question, or spark inspiration. This adventure strives to seek possibility in every corner, uncover the beauty in life’s daily moments, and appreciate the countless hues that color this great artwork we call life.
Katie Speaks Spanish
Katie Speaks Spanish chronicles my experiences studying abroad in Toledo, Spain and traveling through Europe. Follow me as I uproot my life, navigate a foreign country, and immerse myself in all things España. While the posts are written (primarily) in English, this multifaceted Spanish-infused adventure explores the magic that transpires when we transcend language and culture.