brittneywichtendahl

I'm a recent University of Iowa graduate living in Chicago, working in advertising sales and corporate events. I love my basset hound puppy, Fergus Jackson, and all things German. Twitter: @brittneyw

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Can Love Trump Religious Differences?

Since there is no longer a definition of what a typical couple looks like, does religion matter anymore in a relationship?

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Foreign study: life’s classroom

When most people think of foreign study, the classroom aspect is a mere formality.  Academic adventures are overshadowed by Absinthe and Amsterdam; movies like Euro Trip and Beerfest become the hallmark of an overseas experience.  Before coming to study in Germany … Continued

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A German St. Patrick’s Day

In kilometers, I’m closer to Ireland than I’ve ever been on St. Patrick’s Day. Culturally, however, I’ve never been farther away. I’m studying abroad in Germany and to the locals, March 17th is just another day.  Donning green and raising a … Continued

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Why I Hate Metro Men

I like my men pure man. Blame it on our ancestors: the women stayed in the cave while the men hunted dinner, the wives reared children in log cabins while their husbands plowed land and settled west. The whole idea … Continued

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Binge Eating and My Hatred For Food

My name’s Brittney and I am a binge eater. I’ve met alcoholics, nail-biters, chain smokers, yoga enthusiasts, and recently even a sex addict. Hey, we all have our vice, mine just happens to be something we need to have in … Continued