On May 4th, one month ago today, I had to say goodbye to Chewie. I’d known this day was coming for a long time, but nothing makes it easier. It was a beautiful day, and I held her outside on…
Returning to Front Beach Cottages and Why I Recommend Traveling with Your Dog
It’s been nearly a year since I’ve traveled anywhere. I can’t remember the last time I went such a long stretch without even a short trip. And though I’ve had opportunities to travel, I’ve remained stationary because I’ve been prioritizing…
What Writing Letters to Strangers During the Pandemic Taught Me
It’s been 5 years since the pandemic started. Sometimes it feels like it’s been lifetimes, and sometimes it feels like we’re still living in the alternate reality it created. I was working as an academic advisor at Tulane University at…
My Favorite Mardi Gras Parades in New Orleans
There are more than 70 Mardi Gras parades in New Orleans that span from January 6th all the way until Mardi Gras day (Fat Tuesday), and every local you ask will have a different favorite. When I see “Best Mardi…
How to Choose the Best Accommodations When You Travel
As a travel advisor and custom study abroad program manager, I spend A LOT of time researching travel accommodations. The convenience of online booking platforms makes it easier than ever to find any accommodation type you can dream of, from…
The 15 Best Books I Read in 2024
Just like last year, 2024 continued to be a strange year for reading. I started and didn’t finish a lot of books, listened to hours of audiobooks before realizing I hadn’t retained even one detail of the plot, and often…
