Woes of a Researcher

Desperation. It's a feeling I'm not quite used to and it's a tad disconcerting. 

I am supposed to be graduating next week with my bachelor's degree and have been working on the my senior research capstone this entire semester. A rewarding yet difficult process as I am burrying my feet into some unknown territory. 

I started my data analysis this week when I discovered about 30 of my over 100 submitted surveys were incomplete and therefore I would not be able to use them in the final product. I know have 8 days to get close to another 30 respondents, analyze the data, and write the paper. So, I need your (yes, you the reader's) help.

If you are female who reads read romance novels and have not taken this survey please click on the link to take it. As a reminder...

• The survey is completely voluntary. I don't have to take it if you don't want to (it would just really help me out).
• You do not have to finish the survey if you don't want to. Again, it is 100 percent voluntary (again, it would just really help me out).

How YOU can help 

• Take the survey! ( female romance novel readers only please!)
• Share the survey! Facebook, Twitter, email, your female neighbor who likes romance novels...the possibilities are endless (Men, you can help with this one!)
• Once you share it ask others to share it too!

Any help would be greatly appreciated. I never like to ask favors especially if I can't repay them easily, but considering the circumstances asking for some kind-hearted help can't hurt, right?

Light at the End of the Tunnel

It's been quite some time since I started my college journey and it is finally near its end! All that is left is my senior research capstone. 

I need the thoughtful, selfless help of my readers to make this possible. 

If you are female, read romance novels, and have experienced a romantic relationship please click on the link to take the survey. Also, if you could share it on your blog or any social media site I would greatly appreciate it. I need your help to find more people who meet the criteria. 


My vision for the project is to find any potential connection between the parasocial interaction that readers may experience with romance novel characters and certain attributes displayed in their own romantic relationships. More specifically, is there a display of a particular attachment style and whether or not more jealousy is experienced in the relationship.

More details and contact info are listed on the first page of the survey. Just click on the link!

Thank you and have a blessed day!

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Things to Do in STG

Things to Do Podcast Final by Emma Josey

Here's a list of a few of my favorite things to do in St. George, UT.

If the player doesn't work click for the link.

New to travel

Being in a new country is terrifying. Especially if you're new to international travel.

I can relate. Three years ago I took a ten day trip to Italy. That was my first experience travelling internationally. Before that my travelling experience consisted of summer trips to grandma's house in Texas, and let me tell you travelling to another country is a whole other experience. So, if this is your first trip internationally I would like to lend some helpful tips based on my first experience.

1) Pack light.

If you're a worry wart like me this may sound easier than it actually is. I tend to over pack just because I don't know what's going to happen. Maybe suddenly the weather will plummet 40 degrees in mid summer  Chances are these hypothetical situations are never going to happen, at least they never did to me.

If you pack light you will thank yourself. You'll have less decisions about what to wear that day, be able to keep your luggage somewhat organized,  more room for souveniers, and you won't have to be lugging around a huge suitcase everywhere. Plus, if your travelling on a bus, like I did, the busdriver will thank you because he/she's the one unloading 60 suitcases twice a day.

2) Know some key phrases.

When I was in Italy most everyone spoke some sort of English so communicating wasn't a huge issue, however, there were a few people that were difficult to understand. Knowing a few words like "thank you," "hello," or "how much?" is extremely helpful. In the end, knowing a few words or phrases helps you to enjoy the experience more. For me, I felt more connected with the people.

3) Hide your valuables.

Protect your passport with your life. One person in my tour group had an attempted pick-pocketing incident. Think of your belongings as your life-line. I constantly had my money, ID, and passport on me and hidden. Get a small bag to keep under your clothes or a small purse that goes across your body and would be difficult to open discretely.

If you're interested in some more tips for international travel, check out this article.



These are the three main helpful things I discovered during my first international trip. Packing light, learning some key phrases, and hiding your valuables will hopefully make your trip more enjoyable. Don't forget to just relax and enjoy the experience!