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The 3 C’s of 2025

January 6, 2026 No Comments

This past year, I was able to visit three countries: Cook Islands, Croatia, and Costa Rica. The Cook Islands was a new country to add to my list, Croatia was

Holiday Cheer

December 22, 2025 No Comments

Looking forward to 2026 As I type this on the day after the Winter’s Solstice, I can’t help but to think of its symbolism. We have completed the annual cycle

Spooky story time

November 1, 2025 No Comments

Today is Halloween! One of my favorite holidays because I’ve always loved spooky stories. Tales of scary, hair-raising, goosebumpy stories are more common than you think! I’ve had my fair

I was wrong about Dubrovnik

September 28, 2025 No Comments

Croatia was one of Europe’s best kept secrets, which was most recently unveiled by a certain popular TV series about an Iron Throne. Like many countries in the Balkan region,

Resting my soul in Rarotonga, Cook Islands

June 9, 2025 No Comments

The Cook Islands were never on my radar as a travel destination. A last-minute change of plans led to a 10-day vacation of relaxation. As vacations tend to be for

Giving thanks and gratitude.

December 1, 2024 No Comments

This past Thursday is my favorite holiday, Thanksgiving. It’s the kickoff to the entire holiday season through January, which makes me even more happy! It’s always difficult to describe Thanksgiving

You’re never too late!

September 17, 2024 No Comments

I had a pleasant conversation with my 70-something y/o neighbor. This man is a caretaker for his very elderly [and sweet, 90-something] mom, but manages to take trips every so

Quality vs. Quantity

August 25, 2024 No Comments

Let’s talk about limiting beliefs. When I started to play with the idea of being a travel coach, I thought to myself, am I ready? Do I have enough experience

Travel Tales: My first flight EVER

February 5, 2024 No Comments

Welcome to my blog! I will start to share stories for insights, inspirations, preserving my memories, and sharing what my travel adventures have done for me. I wanted to kick

Hello, world! OPEN for Business!

November 1, 2022 No Comments

Dear Family, friends, and fabulous people: I’ve been working on a SECRET project for over a year now and am finally ready to announce it! Please join me in spreading

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