becca starkes

musings

  • The first commandment of risk-taking: Know thyself

    The first commandment of risk-taking: Know thyself

    Or: How to leave your first job when you don’t have a plan Let’s get this out of the way up front: If you’re the type of person who can make plans on a whim, easily cancel commitments or change your mind without guilt, and try new things without fear, this post probably isn’t for Read more

  • How to have a memorable Friendsgiving

    Let me start by saying I have never hosted a Friendsgiving. I’m not the best host for big events. Cooking is a necessity that is only occasionally enjoyable for me. I appreciate festive decorations, but I rarely have the patience to create or arrange them. I’m one of those people who really doesn’t mind going out to Read more

  • Five Things Charleston Taught Me

    Lessons I’ve learned during my four years in this beautiful city. Read more