Tag Archives: bigplans

I’m addicted to the next challenge and taking calculated risks. So it is with inherent risk that I venture out into the world. I get asked repeatedly “how did you do that” or “are you crazy”? My retort is always “why not? You only live once and if you do it right, once should beContinue reading “Accident Prone Adventurer”

Have you ever wanted to escape on a scenic train trek? I had the opportunity on a recent northern roadtrip to combine seeing 5 northern states and 3 far northeastern states to get closer to finishing out my bucket list item of experiencing all 50 US states prior to my 50th birthday. After conquering theContinue reading “Train trek MN to Boston”

Oh how I loved my summer days lounging on the shores of Lake Eerie. Flying into the small airport in Buffalo then hitting the casino before arriving at a waterfront cottage for a week of quiet bliss. A couple years we even make it to gawk at the ever impressive Niagara Falls, a must see.Continue reading “Buffalo Lake Dayzz”

Exactly 365 days ago I started my blog & it has ignited a new passion – I hope I have inspired you to make changes that will lead to your own dreams, challenge your comfort zone, see the joy in simple things & cherish your tribe! 🌅✈️🥾🌎 “Live Life Happy: Travel the world. Understand differentContinue reading “1 Year Blog Anniversary”

How often do you get to support a great cause and fulfill your inner adrenaline junkie? I first started helping with Habitat for Humanity house builds in NC during college, as I scheduled volunteer time for “my girls” that I mentored in my resident advisor days. Giving back your time to whatever sparks a fireContinue reading “Over the Edge rappel”

This was my first trip to Asia and the long haul to get there. And while I love to share all the highlights of my trips, there are certainly lows when dealing with the unpredictability of weather and flight delays. With time, my memory blurs quite a bit. But I remember being delayed out ofContinue reading “Vietnam 🇻🇳 Cambodia 🇰🇭 Thailand 🇹🇭”

My new life journey began exactly 1 year ago…. I know it was a tough year for many but it was truly the best of my life! 😊 ✈️ 🌎 🥾 “Somewhere between dreams and reality, life offers you a thousand chances. All you have to do is take one!” – unknown #newbeginnings #goforit #keepdreamimgContinue reading “1 Year New Journey Milestone”

Some destinations just speak to your soul. Chania, Greece (pronounced hania) was that sweet dose of perfection. The old harbor was bustling with both locals & tourists post Covid just opening its borders 2 weeks prior. Rustic sailboats gliding with the gentle breezes, quaint cafes lining the narrow alleys, street music echoing, smells of GreekContinue reading “Chania Harbor, Crete, Greece”

100 of anything is a big deal. Am I right??!!?? If I thought a year ago that I would find some peace and my own therapy in writing out some of my favorite life stories, I would have laughed hysterically. It just wasn’t something that interested me in the least bit BUT I am superContinue reading “💯 Blogs”

I always pack goodies on my adventures, partly because I’m a snacker but mostly because I know that I will have room to bring back some souvenirs. For many trips, I shied away from buying anything plus most touristy locations all have the same crap. I now look for unique items that tell a storyContinue reading “Travel souvenirs”