Winding paths have been on my mind. Specifically, those moments in our lives where we can look back and see where the fork was in the road. We make decisions in these moments hoping they’ll bring …
Two Roads, or Maybe Three
Namibia from Above, and How Waking Up Early Could Change Your Life
I’ve been a little under the weather lately. I’m not sure if it’s the post-trip blues, being in-between big projects, or simple burnout, but I have definitely been in the creative doldrums. I know that pulling …
Face Masks Aplenty
You didn’t think I’d travel halfway around the world and not bring back a zillion beauty products, did you? The moment we picked up our bags at the airport and headed for our hotel, I already …
Autumn’s Final Breath in Acadia Maine
Before heading out to Japan, Jon and I took a three-night camping trip up in Maine and I wanted to share some of the photos from our last day there, just as were hitting the road …
Toilets, Trains, and Other Things We Need to Import From Japan
After twenty days in Japan, I am far from an expert on the beautiful and unique Asian country, but I visited long enough to experience quite a spectrum of cultural differences that compare directly with life …
The Last Colors and Textures of Fall
While I’m awaiting the recovery of a failed SD card full of photos from Japan (more on that disaster later!) and before gearing up for my next writing projects (my latest short story is here!), I …
Where to Sleep, Eat and What to Do in Jackson Hole, Wyoming
So many people have requested to know more about our stay in Wyoming, so I decided to deliver on all the details! From where we stayed, what we ate, and all the things we saw, if …
What Movies Have You Been Watching Lately?
I have been obsessed with films for a long time, and I used to watch nearly one a day when I had the time (seriously!!!). However recently I’ve been so busy traveling and writing that I …
The Transient Nature of Baristas
I love lattes. I know I’ve mentioned it here more than a few times (more like all of the time). But a deliciously smooth coffee drink for me is much more than the satisfaction of sipping …
Subway Melodies, Sculpted Paper Flowers and a Gold Star Calendar
I may be back from Japan, but my body is still fighting jet lag after being on literally the other side of the world. It was kind of a strange idea to get my mind around …