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MEANDERING MEARCSTAPA
Border Dwelling
Welcome to Meandering Mearcstapa, my very own blog filled with exposes on my travels and latest life lessons. Mearcstapa is an old English word that means "border stalker." I identify as one who dwells on the borders, constantly engaging and moving into unfamiliar territories. May the mearcstapa in you enjoy this page!
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You Have to Call Me Dragon
The best days of my life were largely from 10-18. I am not saying I peaked at that age, or that life was easy (far from it in fact)....
Meghan Ward
Feb 19, 20244 min read
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Te Quiero Mucho
Learning a second language in America is a rare occurrence. Despite the fact that I had a Spanish class from the ages of 5-17, I can say...
Meghan Ward
Jan 31, 20245 min read
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Running Up That Hill
When I decided to transfer to my university in Portland I was both excited and nervous. I was happy for the move, to be in the PNW, and...
Meghan Ward
Jan 29, 20245 min read
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Muito Obrigado
I tend to argue that romance is dead. I think men are lazy and always think they can find something better (dating apps and social media...
Meghan Ward
Jan 27, 20243 min read
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A Trouper
I feel like some of my last posts have clearly indicated that I have not loved all of my coaches. The truth is, whether it was due to my...
Meghan Ward
Jan 26, 20244 min read
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Everything Beautiful
"I am going to make everything around me beautiful - that will be my life." - Elsie De Wolfe It is rare and special to have a friend who...
Meghan Ward
Jan 25, 20243 min read
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Hard Work Beats Talent
All of my fellow athletes have undoubtedly heard the saying, "Hard work beats talent when talent doesn't work hard." Ronaldo fans live by...
Meghan Ward
Jan 24, 20244 min read
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I'm Just a Baby
I am guessing everyone has heard the audio with, "I'm just a baby." It it largely used over pet videos and videos of adult children...
Meghan Ward
Jan 23, 20242 min read
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Lover of the Unloved
The second person I decided to write about is someone who has the softest and most loving heart I have ever experienced. She is the...
Meghan Ward
Jan 22, 20243 min read
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You're Smarter than Me, Stupid
It has been quite some time since I wrote on here. Life has been unpredictable these last few years, with plenty of views from the...
Meghan Ward
Jan 21, 20244 min read
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Foundational Support
I have not posted in awhile because I have honestly found 2020 to be overwhelming and noisy. Whether it has been politics or pandemics,...
Meghan Ward
Nov 25, 20204 min read
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Bright Spots of Entertainment
Over the past month, I have found myself with more free time than I know what to do with. Unfortunately for me, I tend to understand...
Meghan Ward
Apr 6, 20207 min read
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Nothing Good in Goodbye
Throughout the last few years I have had a mentor and a few close friends point out that I am rather terrible at goodbyes. I try to avoid...
Meghan Ward
Aug 25, 20192 min read
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Guess Who's Back
I realize it has been a loooong time since I wrote anything, and I do apologize for that. I lost my school email (apparently they delete...
Meghan Ward
Aug 20, 20192 min read
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Controversy and Consent
Consent is a common word in the vernacular of today. With many pushing against patriarchal norms and rape culture, educational movements...
Meghan Ward
Mar 30, 20194 min read
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10 Prime Eateries in PDX
If you know me, you know I love food. To me, food is what makes or breaks any outing, event or day. God did not have to make food...
Meghan Ward
Mar 26, 20194 min read
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Reflections on Mearcstapa
Personally, I love reading. I enjoy getting to see the perspectives, lessons and reflections others have gained throughout their lives....
Meghan Ward
Feb 23, 20192 min read
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5 Unique Thoughts on Why You Should Travel
For some, traveling seems to be an innate part of your identity. For others, the connections of your home are rooted in your identity....
Meghan Ward
Feb 21, 20192 min read
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