In the end, does it even matter? — This wasn’t a topic that I had planned on covering until one year from now. Why? At the time of this article, tipping on Medium wasn’t “a thing” until new CEO Tony Stubblebine took over. …

If not, you still have time, so don’t give up! — I am not one for New Year’s Resolutions. In fact, I make it a point not make them. After all, you don’t need a day on the calendar to be your excuse to make better changes. Personally, I consider at time that simply means “the counter restarts.” The only goal…

I learned I was ready to go when I booked my first solo trip to Ireland. — I just booked my solo trip to Ireland and felt a moment of guilt when I submitted my payment. My inner voice tapped me on the shoulder. Shouldn’t you take someone with you? In a moment of self-reflection, it hit me. Wait a second. I bust my ass, save where…

An ode to ‘La Dolce Vita’ — I needed an escape, a refuge, and a retreat. I didn’t know what to do because I felt incomplete. I survived COVID, a major surgery, and tremendous heartache, but it was with the death of my father when I felt my life quake. I wanted to go far away and didn’t…

I’m sure I might forget something, but I’m making sure these are the first in my suitcase! — I’m counting the days until I eat stale airline pretzels as I skip over the pond to Europe. I’m also looking forward to those sh*tty Biscotti cookies and a precisely poured 8 oz Diet Coke out of my 12 oz can. Almost a year ago, I traveled with my mother…

The four-phased approach I recommend anyone take if considering this drastic lifestyle change. — Can you do it quicker than a year? Absolutely. My sister completed her transition to full-time RVing in less than a month. However, we had two completely different modes of thinking about how to go about it: Sister — Already had an RV and was willing to donate or give…

Will you continue to support us? — I’m a patriot and a sexual assault survivor. Many would label me a ‘victim,’ but I still have a fire. I don’t dwell on the sad moments in life. Instead, I see them as learning lessons. For some, they are struggles, but for me - they are confessions. Despite my…

The channel for ‘Search and Rescue’ becomes ‘Hunt to Kill’ in the Alaska Wilderness — The cabin in the woods had been abandoned for years, but one night, a candle burned in the window. Watching the shadows dance across Sarah’s eyes as the sun sets over the mountain range, she reflects on her dire circumstances. I cannot believe I got lost. Marissa and Joseph are…

Tell us about the time you participated in a unique celebration somewhere around the world. — July is an iconic month for Americans as it’s the time to celebrate Independence. During this time, fireworks often pop off around us while family and friends are getting together for backyard cookouts. Although this is a time to celebrate the USA’s birthday, it got me thinking about other countries…