Fun Facts

First and foremost, I am a "Gilmore Girls" addict, but unlike Rory and Lorelai Gilmore, I love to cook and bake! When I'm not watching my complete series "Gilmore Girls" collection or trying a new recipe, I also enjoy reading good books, trying to beat my computer at chess without hitting the "undo" button, and hitting the gym (can you say Zumba!?). My greatest passion outside of academics, however, lies in singing and making beautiful music.

About Me

My name is Laurie Ann Taylor, and I am currently a sophomore at Emory University, the best college in the world (obviously)! Though I have yet to declare to my major officially, I plan to pursue a double major in religion and economics with an unofficial minor in Italian studies. I call the lovely town of Carrollton, Georgia my home, but my family roots lie in the deep south of Georgia where the best peaches grow, and homemade peach ice cream, fried chicken, and corn bread are the stuff of life. I am a good ol' southern girl and proud of it!

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