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Why I Moved Back to Illinois
Why I Moved Back to Illinois

About 5 years ago, while I was doing homework for a class at Millikin University, I got a call that I was officially offered a full-time job as a graphic designer starting a few weeks after I graduated in Louisville, KY. I had worked so hard during this semester to really focus on preparing myself to get a job that was in my field and that would get me out of Illinois. I applied to a minimum of 2 jobs a day (I’m not even exaggerating) starting January 1st of my last semester in college. Ideally I wanted to get out West towards Colorado, but I was open to anywhere BUT Illinois.

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MusingsChristy Swanberglouisville, home, kentucky, illinois, manhattan, loans, dreams, goals, familyComment
Charlestown State Park
Charlestown State Park

Since I have moved back to Illinois, I have been DEEPLY missing what Louisville, KY offered. I miss the local food, the bourbon, the breweries, the people, the church that I call home - but I especially miss the vast amount of options for hiking and exploring. One of my go-to places that is only a 30 minute drive from downtown Louisville, is right across the river in Indiana: Charlestown State Park.

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Christy Swanbergcharlestown, state, park, hike, hiking, waterfall, winter, louisville, kentucky, indiana, trailComment
What You Need to Know about Jury Duty
What You Need to Know about Jury Duty

I was recently “summoned” to participate in everyone’s favorite civic responsibility: jury duty.  

When I was first notified, I felt a little apprehensive. I didn’t have many details about the process and was unsure about what to expect. So, if you’re still waiting for your fateful day to come, I hope reading about my experience will help you to feel a little more prepared.

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MusingsChristy Swanbergjury, duty, louisville, tips, process, need to know, insightComment