The Beauty in the Details
With headphones in I drag my body through the street, kicking dry orange leaves on my way to the Szechenyi Baths. I walk slowly as I notice the architecture hugging […]
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The Cliffs of Moher
The luck of the Irish is in the landscape. Bright-green pastures are vibrant even in the fog. The few trees still clinging to fall contrast beautifully against the rugged lime […]
Heading West
Life is all about the people we meet and the connections we make. This journey has been a rush of fleeting experiences that leave lasting impressions. From reconnecting with an […]
Free to Roam
I find fall in the highlands. She’s crowded in the woods of brown and gold birch. The evergreens huddle tightly to the outskirts as their cousins flourish in the changing […]
Freedom in the Wind
The wind whips through my jacket, cooling me despite the steep incline to the top of Arthur’s Seat. I brace myself against the gusts and pump my legs harder, pushing […]
The Edge of the World
The Romans called Scotland Caledonia, which means the edge of the world. The name still fits the feeling of Edinburgh. The grey cobbled streets match the buildings made of sandstone. […]
Always Be Kind
One week into my journey I find myself blow away by the kindness of good people. Being flexible and open-minded has already surprised me with wonderful experiences. Strangers can become […]
The Thrill
I wake up with butterflies in my chest. I feel jittery yet calm, bouncing around with ginger purpose. After a lovely weekend in Cambridge I’m packing up my purple backpack […]
It’s A Small World
I watched the countryside pass by and couldn’t help but think of Oregon. Small, colorful farm houses in bright green fields stood attention to the passing train. I tried to […]
The Swing of Things
It’s amazing what a solid 8 hours of sleep can do. I wake up bright-eyed and cheery. I greet the hostel staff with an energetic smile and they can’t help […]
The Ginger Trek 