An Open Letter to Those Who Dream of Traveling the World
Dear Traveller, Growing up, Disney taught me that dreams were wishes our hearts made. I longed to travel the world, touch distant buildings, live in foreign cultures, and let new […]
The Unfortunate Account of the Worst CouchSurfing Experience Ever
If you have ever couch surfed or considered couch surfing, please read this post. I’ve talked a lot and hinted even more about being homeless in Oslo, but I don’t […]
I’m a selfish twenty-something.
I am a selfish twenty-something. I travel because I want to. I believe it is possible to be in love with places and people because I am. Travel has taught […]
11 Things a Traveler Does while Not on the Road
1: Constantly check SkyScanner for the cheapest flights to the destination of their choice Currently on SkyScanner, I could fly from Newark Airport to Dublin, Ireland for $513 in December…… 2: […]
Irish Road Trip Video – Cars
Funny funny FUNNY stuff!! Ok, maybe not to everyone, but to me, I died laughing. So, here’s the deal. This is a video made by the great, marvelous, and wonderful […]
From Kroger to Tesco and back
Having returned to America and re-entered Carrollton society caused some of the habits I used to have to change. Grocery shopping is one of those experiences. Prior to living in […]
I Lived.
Well, it’s here!! One year living in Dublin, Ireland and traveling around Europe and Israel caught on video. I finished the editing and every clip is only two seconds long. […]
Ranking of Tourist Things in Ireland
Over the course of my year in Ireland and my previous trip there in 2012, I did several touristy attractions and tours. I created a definitive list of the favorite things […]
What I’m Doing These Days
So a lot of people have asked me what I’m up to these days. Well, here’s the honest truth. I’m doing a whole lotta nothin’. My dad has taken me […]
Ireland Road Trip Photo Blog
It was a great six days with Ryan taking in the beautiful Irish countryside. I […]
The Taste of Jerusalem
Imagine salty chickpeas bursting in your mouth causing a rush of excitement. Just when your taste buds gain control of the chickpea’s flavor, peppers add a kick. Their hot twang […]
Things I Miss About Ireland
It’s been three whole weeks since I’ve been back in the States. I’ve given myself some time to really sink back into American culture and think about the things I […]
Finding Room in my Room
I’ve been really quiet about life at home since I’ve been back in the States. I’m still trying to get a hang of life here and get into a kind […]
The Truth About Life After College
Children watch the adults in their lives go about their daily business. The idea of being a grown up and free of homework seemed so magical. That freedom was something […]
Cooking in Ireland
Here’s one of my old columns! Hope you enjoy! —- “Hey Mama, do you happen to know what half a cup is in grams?” I asked my mother on FaceTime. […]
Questions about the Working Holiday
Several people emailed me with questions about the Working Holiday Authorization (WHA). I’ve decided to combine the most common questions into one blog post in hopes to help each of you. 🙂 What […]