There is a quote by Mother Teresa that I really like. “Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.” I have to remind myself of that sometimes. I tend to dismiss the smaller things as being less important. Over the years, I’ve become somewhat of a
One of my favorite spots in the world is a natural wonder called Semuc Champey. This limestone land bridge, which extends about 1,000 feet over a gushing river, is found near Lanquin, Guatemala. Formed into that limestone, there are gentle waterfalls, small caves, and turquoise pools where people can enjoy a leisurely swim, surrounded by
The Fourth of July has always been one of my favorite holidays. I love the fireworks, the bright colors, the scent of grilling throughout the day, and the festive summer atmosphere. Maybe I also like it so much because I grew up in Europe, and by celebrating the Fourth of July, I had a tangible
When I went to the library last month, I didn’t know that I would be leaving with a new skill . . . African tribal dancing and drumming! It all started with an email that I almost overlooked. I rarely sign up for email lists. I’ve resolved to keep my inbox as manageable as possible–so
I used to overlook the small, day-to-day adventures. They were just “fillers” between the bigger trips that I was buying tickets for. That all changed when Tony and I realized that we were completely broke. It was a painful transition to go from being an idealistic globetrotter to a realistic homebody, but, looking back, I’m
When I discover something unique and interesting, I often feel like a kid, full of awe and excitement. Recently, Tony and I took a day trip to a nearby city. We couldn’t find much to do–other than stopping by a fast food joint for lunch–but my eyes lit up when I spotted the sign “Ray’s
Today has been a day of new beginnings . . . a refreshing, welcome change after months of adapting to the busyness of the present and sorting through the wreckage of the past. The most joyful event of the day–and of the past year–happened as I took in the sight of dirt. As someone who
