The older I get, the less I need in terms of space. When I lived in Sydney, I lived in a tiny room that had sparse furniture but it was exactly what I needed since I was living out of a backpack. Even when I travel, I like to choose unique accommodations that are small on space, but are just what I … [Read more...] about Experiments in Tiny Living
Alabama
Drinking Your Way Around Huntsville
When you think of cities with a high number of craft beers, places like Denver, Portland, and Asheville come to mind. What isn't even on the radar is anywhere in Alabama, a state who, much like my own, had laws preventing sales of alcohol until recently. Some didn't let you sell on Sunday while … [Read more...] about Drinking Your Way Around Huntsville
Exploring North Alabama’s Best Small Town
Alabama was a state frequently overlooked in my travels, perhaps because it's a short three-hour drive from my house. I'd passed through many times before and visited a friend at Auburn, but sought to rectify the missing destinations this year. In the fall, I road tripped through North Alabama, … [Read more...] about Exploring North Alabama’s Best Small Town
My Favorite Eats of 2016
It's the most delicious time of the year! I love looking back at the last 12 months to see what all deliciousness I was able to consume. This has become a regular feature here (see 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015). In this year alone, I traveled to one country and 13 states. You might be surprised … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2016
The Perfect Weekend in Birmingham
When you think of Birmingham or even Alabama in general, what are your perceptions? Mine were the steel industry and the Civil Rights Movement. But a lot has changed since then. The 1960s were another lifetime ago for many of us. Instead, the Birmingham I witnessed was full of city pride and young … [Read more...] about The Perfect Weekend in Birmingham