I know you've already read all about my crazy year. The things I did. The books I read. But did I mention how much food I ate? I seriously do not know how I fit on the plane without a seatbelt extender. This was also the year I started being a serious blog geek by photographing my food. And I am … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2011
Where I Slept in Australia
In my almost year in Australia, I slept a lot of places. Dozens of hostels, a few floors, friends' apartments, two boats, tents, swags and countless cities. It all started in Sydney at Tommy's house in Petersham, where he and his dad graciously let me sleep until I found my own pad. I got very … [Read more...] about Where I Slept in Australia
2011: My Year in Review
How do I even begin to describe this year? I'm still processing it myself, so this post will serve as a Cliffs Notes version of my year, in case you missed it. I will be getting into what's next for me in future notes, but for now, sit back, relax and relive my year Down Under! January I … [Read more...] about 2011: My Year in Review
What I Read in 2011
I can't believe how many books I read while traveling and Kristin of Camels and Chocolate's post "Out At Sea: What I Read" inspired me to talk about all the books I could recommend from this year, all 35 of them (and counting). Anyone who traveled with me for more than a day can attest to how … [Read more...] about What I Read in 2011
Photo Essay: Christmas in Sydney
While I'm no longer in Sydney, the city was already getting ready for Christmas. I saw one particular bus decked out inside and out for Christmas, with tinsel lining on the railings and pictures of Santa taped on the windows. It's a funny place to have Christmas since it's summer down in the … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Christmas in Sydney