Distraction. A theme I’ve been identifying and exploring over the last few months. I often find myself reflecting, trying to ensure I’m staying in this state of bliss; a feeling I identified, I nurtured, and I explored when traveling. Many express that they “found themselves while traveling.” Many seek travel for that exact reason. Whether you […]
I have been struggling with the idea of going back to work full-time because I’m trying so hard to maintain this blissful life that I’ve found. I want to work and do something meaningful, while still maintaining the balance I found in Rwanda. You work hard during working hours and then you go home. You’re […]
May 28, 2017 Constantly being consumed by my emotions. Unexpected moments, taken by my thoughts. On a massage table, at the end of a movie; just one thought that leads to another. An overwhelming since of regret or disappointment. A fear of who I almost became. I fear of not being as strong as I […]
So let me back up little bit. 2017 marks my #chooseAND mantra – the idea that you can have your dream life being fulfilled in both relationship and in career. Something that I might not have shared is that I included a little subtitle of #fearless. When mapping out the things I was thinking, worrying […]
When you travel, or when you’re in a new place, you are 100% responsible for your day. You determine if you’re going to get up and explore or sit in your room for the day. It’s exciting and empowering. You have the same control in your normal day but you feel the intensity a lot […]
The last few months have been a whirlwind. It’s interesting… “A journey around the world has led me to this exact moment” as Audra continues to point out. Never in a million years would I have guessed I would be here now, yet I’m feeling more like me than ever. I’ve spent a lot of […]
My girl Shonda got paid big for this concept of saying yes! I found her book exceptional, so kudos to her for being such an amazing and relatable writer! I have thought of the idea of saying yes quite often on this journey. It’s very easy when traveling alone to hunker down and stay in […]
Monday, April 3 First of all, as I write this date, I realize that I am coming up on 2 months on the road. Holy cow has it gone by quickly! I am sitting in a cafe called Shokola, located in Kimihurura, a neighborhood in Kigali. It has the most peaceful ambiance. I walked […]
Background I will be in Kigali for 30 days on a travel visa. It was the easiest way for me to gain access into the country without applying for an extended visa. I was connected to the Akilah Institute in mid-February by Betty Castor and have been on this journey to Africa ever since. I […]
This weekend was awesome! On Friday night, Natasha, Esther, Kim and I went to dinner. Kim is a fellow intern who is from New York! It was great to meet her! Having someone that wants to experience Kigali was really nice! We went to dinner at a place called Pili Pili! It was sooo cute! […]
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