Andrea Lawrence
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Freelance writer. Undergrad in Digital Film and Mass Media. Master's in English Creative Writing. Spent six years working as a journalist. Owns one dog and two cats.
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Striped Heart Sugar Cookies With Spring Flavors. Top Story - April 2022.
Striped Cookies With Unique Flavors Please read through the recipe carefully before going to the store to buy ingredients. You may end up deciding to skip the flavor variations or only do some of them. You can create a similar striped cookie look with different doughs and food coloring.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Feast
Delightful Orange Spice Cake With Springtime Spices
Perfect Spring or Summer Cake Orange spice cakes normally showcase fall spices and herbs: cinnamon, cloves, and allspice. For this cake, I decided to swap out those typical ingredients for something that would taste more like spring. Citrus is usually associated with spring, so I figured a cake centered around oranges should do just fine with flavors you might associate more with March, April, and May.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Feast
Ukrainian Bridal Dressmaker Uncertain about Future Amid War
For the past few weeks, I have been messaging the seamstress who designed my wedding dress in 2020. She is now a Ukrainian refugee living in Moldova. She is struggling with trauma from her exodus from Ukraine and from watching news stories about her region getting bombed and attacked by Russians.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in The Swamp
One of the Most Bizarre Things to Happen on Oscar Night in Years
I wasn't planning on writing anything about this topic because it's getting covered by everyone and their dog. I decided to throw in my common person hot take on the issue because people seem to be missing a few key things.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in FYI
Should You Pursue Him?
Rethinking Dating Should you pursue him or should you wait and let him pursue you? Okay, let’s take fifteen steps backward from this whole “pursuit philosophy” and turn it completely upside down. Our first problem is thinking of relationships in a formulaic way, which can leave you blocked up from the actual goal: being open to love.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Humans
Dating a Cancer
Cancers are known for their mood shifts, charisma, and empathy. | Source: Ashley Ibarra, Pexels Dating a Cancer I like to call this zodiacal sign the mightiest wave in the ocean. Cancer is the first water sign in Western Astrology. It brings to the table emotions, a strong desire to connect with others, and creativity.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Humans
Update on Ukrainian Boutique Owner Who Left Her Country for Safety
Bridal Shop Owner Seeking Donations for Ukrainian Refugees Last week, I received an email from the shop where I bought my wedding dress in 2020. The shop owner lives in Odessa, Ukraine. On February 24th, early in the morning, she woke up to the sounds of explosions: Russia had begun its invasion. Her message indicated she left the country for safety.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in The Swamp
Signs Your Partner Went Back to Their Ex
The Ex Never Left the Picture For those who are coupled up, it’s a worst-case scenario: your significant other decided to go back to their ex. Maybe they had unresolved feelings or they never truly broke up, but the gist is — they are back together and you are now the one with the broken heart.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Humans
Mozaico, A Charming Way to Bring Art into Your Home
Mozaico, Handcrafted Art Selecting the right art for your home can be a challenge. You want something that brings out the best qualities in your living room, kitchen, bathroom, and the likes. One option is to go with a bright-colored mosaic.
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Lifehack
Ukrainian Bridal Boutique Temporarily Closed, Seeking Help Amid War with Russia
Photo source: Pixabay Urgent Call for Help I received an email this morning from the shop where I bought my wedding dress. The shop is called Angellure, and it is located in Odessa, Ukraine. (The city also has the spelling Odesa.)
By Andrea Lawrence4 years ago in Humans
