So I normally post about cool places I'm checking out in Gainesville, but the following is more about who I am. So if you want to get to know me, read on!
My name's Ryanne- rye like the bread, Anne like Anne Hathaway- and yes... that is how I introduce myself to people. And even then, some still get my name wrong. I grew up in hot, sweaty Ecuador until my family moved to hot, sweaty Florida when I was five. They didn't like the temperature in Ecuador I guess? Sarcasm probably doesn't translate well over text... anyways, I grew up in Clearwater with the luxury of one of the nation's top beaches a ten minute drive from my house. I love wasting away my summer days with the Florida sun, coconut waters by the pool, backyard barbecues with my family, and late DQ ice cream runs with my siblings. With the exception of summers, I spend all my time in Gainesville as a student at the University of Florida. I live in a house with three of my best friends, but I also consider the campus newsroom my second home in the 'ville. I'm a telecommunications major with a specialization in news, so I spend a lot of time working for WUFT TV 5. Check out my resume to see what I do around the newsroom. When I'm not busy with classes or newsroom responsibilities I love making the most of my college experience with my friends. We're often exploring new places in Gainesville like the Bluefield Estate Winery, First Magnitude Brewery, and Maude's Classic Cafe.
I have a deep seeded passion for acting, which I am pursuing after graduation, so we'll see where that takes me! I also have a love affair with traveling. I studied abroad in Valencia, Spain in the spring of my junior year, and am stoked to be going back for the summer as a Program Assistant for FSU International Programs.... that being said, Go Gators! I love exploring unfamiliar territories like the bustling markets of Marrakech, Morocco to the music filled streets of Nashville, Tennessee with people I love and those I've just met. In my downtime, when I'm not soaking up the sun and my surroundings, I'm snuggled up with my sketchpad or a good book (currently reading The Artists Way), while Alt-J tracks and a vanilla scented candle keep me company.
Until my next adventure ✌️
Why does your life sound so amazing, Rye?! Loved reading your blog and am going to be thanking you forever for all of the great Gainesville spot recommendations! That winery looks so neat! I wish you were around for another year so I could experience some of these places with you. Best of luck with acting and whatever else you decide to pursue when you graduate. I KNOW you're going to do great things :)
ReplyDeleteRyanne, first of all, thanks for the kind words on my site!
ReplyDeleteLooking through your posts, it's clear that you have a passion for travel and adventure. Obviously, I enjoyed your posts on Midnight Cookies and other food spots, but even your post on the Harn Museum was a great read. Looking forward to future posts, and don't worry, you're not the only one freaking out at the fact that we graduate in a month. Best of luck in your future pursuits!
Hey Ryanne. I only live about 40 minutes from Clearwater beach! It's a great area. I wish you the best of luck as you graduate. I'm graduating in May too! The coffee shop you reviewed looked really cute. I may have to check that out before I leave Gainesville for good! Thank you for the great recommendations.
ReplyDeleteRyanne, I think your blog is really cool. Some of the places you talk about I've never heard of- but need to check out! I grew up near Clearwater beach, as well. I split my weekends between Indian Rocks Beach and Pier 60! It is a great home to go to when I visit my family for the weekend!
ReplyDeleteI think it's great that you are pursuing acting! I also have always wanted to go into acting, especially when I was younger. I LOVE comedy and always thought I'd do something with it. Props to you for going for it!
Good luck with everything! I'll see you around the newsroom!
Thank you all for the kind words! I'm so glad you enjoyed reading my posts, I loved your blogs also! Good luck to this elf you graduating also :) See you all around the newsroom!
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