The solitude one feels on the edge of an island can be paramount. The solitude often comes from within, rather than from being alone. When the body is idle, the…
Chasing Waterfalls
My first time in Maui was incredible. There were many things that inspired me while on the island, but nothing can come close to our experience on the infamous Road…
Koala Invasion
We pulled up to the address that we had entered into our GPS off of Australia’s Great Ocean Road and saw a long drive way leading up a hill. There…
Nature’s Phenomenal Spectacle
I have had the privilege of seeing the many beautiful faces of nature. One that sticks out so clearly in my mind is a sunset I experienced during a road…
Tranquility Among the Trees
We had spent a week in Tokyo, which quickly became one of my favorite places on the planet. I will write many stories later about why I love Tokyo so…
A Dark Horse
When I was a child, I was obsessed with planning and control. I attributed it to my Virgo-ness, and it was pretty bad. Before going on a family vacation, I…
Edge of the World
There’s something about Africa. I know that many people who have been to Africa explain that there is a subconscious, almost soulful, pull towards the continent. I’m not sure if…
Magic in the Southern Alps
Driving across New Zealand is magical, and I beg you to pardon the cliche. There really is no other word for it, though. We decided to drive across New Zealand…