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Well, the inevitable happened: Michael and I had to cancel a trip unexpectedly. As often as we travel, there was bound to be a time when something would prohibit us from taking a planned trip. Yet despite knowing this, we always book the non-refundable fare. You see, refundable plane tickets are often 3-4 times the …
It’s December! This is my favorite time of the year, but also the time of year when my anxiety peaks. I plan to take it a bit slower than usual this holiday season by being kind to my mind and body, enjoying the quiet moments (simply sitting and enjoying our fresh tree with a mug …
Let’s set a scene: You’re hanging out with your best friend you’ve known for ages (it’s late at night, and there’s probably wine involved) and someone declares, “You know what? We should go to Paris!” You clink glasses and each fantasize about what it would be like to explore the City of Light, eventually heading …
I’m freaking out that it’s November. Are you freaking out that it’s November? We’ve had quite the pleasant week here this week, with beautiful weather and fun festivities. We formulated our Halloween plans at the very last minute, and went to see a spooky play and enjoyed dinner at one of our local favorites. We …
Amsterdam is a city best explored on foot or by bicycle as it is compact, well-organized, and features plenty of walking and biking lanes. That being said, there are times when it makes more sense to travel across the city via a faster method: when you’re in a hurry, when you are heading clear across …
Three days in Mexico City was not enough. But I have a feeling that a week, or a month, or a lifetime would still be not enough time to spend in the city. The capital of Mexico is beautifully chaotic and vibrant, with patches of quiet and green space filling in the gaps. With year-round …
Happy Saturday! I always feel like I have to “pay” for a long weekend, and this week was a doozy at work. Nevertheless, we made it! This weekend is all about finalizing everything for my trip to Europe with Michael next weekend. I’m beyond excited but I’m also feeling a little anxious, as this is …
You hear it all the time – after all, it’s essentially the first pillar of financial literacy: Your $5 daily latte habit adds up to $1,825 annually – imagine what you could do with all of that extra money! Would you believe that in the not-so-distant past, I used to go to Starbucks every day? …
It’s August – the Sunday of Summer. The month when the heat turns unbearable, the students head back to school, and we begin to look ahead to the coming season. This week we’ve been taking it a little easier, which has been good for my body and my mind. We’ve also spent a bit of …
Travel is incredible. It has given me so much over the years: a vastly more open mind, a broader appreciation for our differences, a closer connection to many folks around the world, a better understanding of how others live, and a changed mindset on what it takes to be happy. Despite all of these wonderful …