About

Welcome to Peridot Cove! My name is Sanjana - it means creativity in Sanskrit, which I think perfectly sums up my passions. My birthstone is peridot, and a cove is a secluded place, much like this blog is my own corner of the Internet. Blogging has shaped my life more than I ever dreamed it would, and I am forever grateful for all the past five years have given me.

I am an Indian-American teenager with a passion for learning, writing, tennis, politics, and volunteering. I grew up in the suburban Midwest, and the close-knit community I call home will always hold a place in my heart. 

My high school, which I graduated from in 2020, was where I made my closest friends and was inducted into the Student Hall of Fame. As a high school student, I served as Key Club President and Yearbook Editor-in-Chief, through which I developed my love for leadership and journalism. I spent time working with children, volunteering for the causes of childhood literacy and representation in STEM. Through it all, writing and blogging remained a core part of who I am. Currently, I am a first-year college student studying neuroscience and Spanish. I am passionate about women's health and the fields of medicine/neuropsychology. 

On Peridot Cove, you'll find pieces of poetry, ramblings, travel diaries, and other happenings in my life. I also love collaborating with brands and other bloggers. If you are interested in working together, please shoot me an email at peridotcove[at]gmail[dot]com. Feel free to ask a question below and check out my favorite posts linked here, here, and here. Grab a cup of (iced!) coffee and stay a while!