Travel

It wasn’t exactly beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Tulsa when this trip was scheduled. It was still 70 degrees, my trees were hanging on to their leaves for dear life, and friends were already posting photos of their Christmas trees glowing in their living rooms. Meanwhile, I held onto my personal tradition: no Christmas tree until after Thanksgiving. It feels like cheating otherwise. Thanksgiving deserves its moment,…

Maine had been on my travel bucket list for years, and this summer, I finally made it happen. Crisp air, postcard-worthy harbors, and enough lobster to make your heart (and stomach) happy. After planning this trip for nearly three years during my cancer treatment, it…

After traveling to many corners of the world, there are still two places that stand out above the rest: Bora Bora and the Maldives. Both are true dream destinations, with beaches so beautiful they almost look unreal, water so clear you’ll think you’ve stepped into…

Florida has always held a soft spot in my heart. It was almost home during my childhood, and today, it’s the place where I feel closest to my mom. Her favorite stretch? 30A. The gentle Gulf waves, white-sand beaches, and salty breeze always remind me…

There’s something transformative about traveling alone. For me, it came after a major life shift, a breakup with someone who had introduced me to the world of travel. I didn’t want that chapter of my life to end just because our relationship had. So I…

If you read my last blog, “Healed by France: An Unexpected Trip Restored My Peace,” then you already know how two whirlwind days in Paris set the stage for a deeply transformative experience. After helping two of my dearest friends, Kim and Ryan, soak up…

When Real Estate Burnout Meets French Daydreams In the fall of 2023, after a particularly grueling week in real estate, a particularly challenging client—let’s call him George—had us as his fifth listing agent, and his frustrations became our daily burden. I found myself questioning my…