This past year has been a real turning point for my career. I quit my other jobs to focus solely on writing. I became a member of the Society of American Travel Writers and the Freelancers Union. I got some stories published by major publications and picked up a few regular gigs. I've been asked … [Read more...] about Writing Goals for 2017
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Photo Friday: Natchez, Mississippi
This summer was a crazy time for travel. As soon as I thought I had time to relax, it was time to pack my bags again. One trip that fell between two others was to Natchez, Mississippi. I'd always wanted to visit the historic town but didn't have immediate plans until I was asked to speak at the … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Natchez, Mississippi
The Beauty of America’s National Parks
I didn't intend for this to be such a domestically focused travel year. It just worked out that way. Thanks in part to my expertise in the Southern region, many trips I took were close to home. But I also vowed to see more of my own country this year, which was accomplished during a trip out west … [Read more...] about The Beauty of America’s National Parks
2016: My Year in Review
Let's just start now by saying that I will not be mentioning this year's politics or how many ways that this year has sucked. Because these things are true. I don't want to minimize the pain of many people in any way, but I instead want to talk about the highs and lows in my travels. And … [Read more...] about 2016: My Year in Review
A City Girl’s Guide to Helen, Georgia
Even the most adamant of city girls needs to get outside every now and again. Luckily for me, living in Atlanta means that I'm only a short drive away from nature. A few months back, I went to Helen, a North Georgia town known for its German-inspired kitsch and Oktoberfest celebrations. I'd … [Read more...] about A City Girl’s Guide to Helen, Georgia