For the past year, I've been nearly completely dairy free. I'd heard that eliminating it from my diet could help with my eczema, which has grown worse over the last two years, especially made worse by weather, stress and other factors. I first noticed the flare ups in Australia and they came up … [Read more...] about Traveling with Food Sensitivities
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My Go To NYC Restaurants
If there's one American city I've been to more than any other (that I haven't lived in), it's probably New York City. In the last few years, I've gone every six months and have my own little home in Hell's Kitchen, particularly the few blocks between my hotel and the Javits Center. One of the … [Read more...] about My Go To NYC Restaurants
A City Girl’s Favorite Rural Experiences
I may have grown up in the suburbs, but I've always been more comfortable with the anonymity of cities over the wide open spaces. But my grandparents moved to the country when I was young and regular visits to see them started to make me comfortable with that environment. In my travels, I try to … [Read more...] about A City Girl’s Favorite Rural Experiences
Awkward Moments as a Solo Traveler
There are so many great things about traveling alone. It leaves you open to possibilities, changes in your plans and new friendships. It teaches you a lot about how you handle situations and what you're capable of. Some of my most rewarding travel experiences have been when I was solo. But there … [Read more...] about Awkward Moments as a Solo Traveler
Photo Friday: Frankfort, Kentucky
On my 21st birthday, my housemate wanted to buy me a drink. I told her I'd have whatever she was having, which is how I ended up drinking whiskey for the first time (after champagne, Hypnotiq, beer, and assorted shots, naturally). I said it tasted like bandaids and promptly threw it up. This was my … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Frankfort, Kentucky