I used to romanticize the starving artist lifestyle. Struggle and hardship would lead to growth and profound strokes of inspiration. Wondering how I’d pay next month’s rent would push me towards discovering myself. Just barely clawing past the red meant I was truly focusing on my passion. Money would be a distraction. Comfort would equate […]
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What is an “ethical” elephant experience and does Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai fit the bill? Find out here.
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Walking through Bangkok is a shock to the senses. Whizzing cars, abrupt voices, and indistinguishable dings, dongs, and beeps compete for attention. Different smells smack the nose around every which way—fish balls from the left, baked pastries from the right, sputtering engine fumes sneaking in between. These smells and sounds get trapped in the hot,
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I’ve embarked on my next great adventure. 3 weeks of cruising around Alaska with Jeremy under the “spouse on board” privilege. 4 weeks in Thailand. When I’ve told people my plans, the first reaction is genuine excitement. Behind the smile I can see a question percolating. Inner dialogue running, “Is it appropriate to ask? Am
Affording the Next Adventure Read More »
“So what do you do?” Ever since COVID hit, this question has thrown my brain into a tizzy and stomach into knots. My inner dialogue goes something like this: “Say professional dancer!! No no no… freelance SEO expert, writer, and content creator. Nah come on. Don’t fluff yourself up…. Oh I got it I got
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“Choice” and “life” are powerful words that dictate the human experience. Simply staying alive requires us to make certain choices, and having the ability to make certain choices allows us to truly live. In some countries, choice making is enslaved to survival. In the United States, we have an unbelievable amount of freedom to pursue
Abortion Access Is the Wrong Conversation to Be Having Read More »
For every birthday, I asked “The Birthday Questions.” The concept is simple: a series of 4 questions that encourages a healthy dose of reflection and speculation. It’s a fun way to reconnect with friends and spark thought provoking conversations. (Check out my answers for last year HERE!) Today I turn 29, and I’m shocked at
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“I’m so lucky!” This is a phrase I’ve often used to describe my life. My 20s have been chocked full of amazing experiences, and I’ve thanked luck for my good fortunes– booking a big contract, going on an amazing vacation, finding the perfect sublet, landing a cool gig, so on and so forth. “I
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Tulum looks like the perfect travel destination, but you can’t always trust what you see.
Paradise Lost?: The Unsettling Truth About Greenwashing in Tulum Read More »
My stomach has been on quite a journey in Mexico, culminating n a double whammy, salmonella and a parasite.
My Stomach vs Mexico: The Ultimate Showdown Read More »