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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
It’s Ok To Feel Anxious
I’m sitting at the airport bar with a double vodka soda and semi freaking out. After an amazing five days in NYC I’m hopping the pond and continuing the adventure […]
The Other Side of Fear
I took the bus past my former life today. I craned my head and could just see the back of my coworker through the second-story window. I had a sudden […]
The Point of No Return
Here it is. The moment that seems more real than quitting my job, selling most of my furniture, and saying goodbye to my loved ones. The moment of buying my […]
The Ginger Trek 