My return travel from the South Island of New Zealand to the Pacific Northwest of the U.S. was about to begin. With roughly 1 billion hours of travel time ahead of me I needed a bit of mental preparation beforehand, rightfully so, this was going to be a long trek. I prepared by spending the … Continue reading The Love Child
International
World’s End, Patagonia Part: 2
The morning following our 22-mile (35km) day of hiking we awoke to a gentle tapping on our tent, which meant rain. That sound immediately deflated my ambition and I think that Ian and I both strongly considered just having a down day. A day filled with lounging in the tent playing cards and reading books … Continue reading World’s End, Patagonia Part: 2
World’s End, Patagonia Part 1:
I’m the type of person who would rather not spend a ton of money on an engagement ring or the wedding itself for a few reasons, which I will list for you here: Although I appreciate the concept of jewelry, I myself don’t live a lifestyle that is conducive to wearing it very often; I … Continue reading World’s End, Patagonia Part 1:
Traveler Truths
I was recently reminded of a travel story from when I was down in Patagonia several years ago. It’s one of those classic traveler memories that are funny after the fact but in the moment there was absolutely nothing funny about it. I’ve always acknowledged this reality about traveling in my own mind but it … Continue reading Traveler Truths
Kiwi Culture
-New Zealand- I generally try to stick with the concept of exploring a new country every time I travel internationally rather than returning to the same place consecutively. There are just so many places I have yet to go and experience, but then there is New Zealand. Before I first came to this place I … Continue reading Kiwi Culture
