Midsummer is the official start of the Swedish summer holidays, and for months, I was hearing about all the wonderful traditions that mark this holiday. Imagine my delight when one of my wonderful coworkers invited me and another coworker up to her stuga (cottage/summer house) to celebrate a traditional Swedish midsummer with her family. Travel troubles … More A magical Swedish midsummer
I am writing this from my bed, because when I sit still, my legs don’t ache. I periodically hobble to the kitchen like a 120-year-old lady suffering from severe arthritis, which is the proof that I, in fact, finished the hardest race I have ever attempted yesterday. Physically grueling and mentally tough. I figured I … More EcoTrail Stockholm: Race review
This happens with embarrassing frequency: I lose track of days/weeks. I show up at hostels a day early, book hotels for a day later than I need them, or I will open my planner to discover that I have an extra weekend that I didn’t realize I had! Obviously, this realization is a rather joyous … More I have an extra weekend!: The wilds of Stockholm
This post is SO delayed, but life has been banana-pants and I haven’t stolen the moment needed to post my thoughts on Warsaw. Because February is February, when a friend asked if I wanted to escape London for a weekend, I immediately said yes. Our destination was largely determined by the Ryanair prices for the … More Winter weekend in Warsaw: A quick guide
This post may raise a few eyebrows and ruffle a few feathers. Warning, things like BREASTS, PERIODS, and MASTURBATION are discussed, so get out now if you just don’t want to know. This post is a long rant this one simple and shocking fact. That A lady touching herself is still taboo! I think our … More Ladies of the world: Touch yourself!
This past month has flown by in a flurry of activity – some of the best things, including a visit to Canada, the parade (and wedding) of two of the best people, and a move back to Stockholm, a city I deeply love. While these are the highlights – the glittery bright spots of the … More A month in the life of this nomad
Hey guys! It has been a while since I have posted – I have a backlog of photos and stories to post, but I have been busy traveling, working, and training. I did have a bit of time to touch base with Sarah Williams of the Tough Girl podcast to chat about what I have … More Training, planning, & taking time off: Tough Girls #3
I was delighted to welcome two of my dear Swedish colleagues to London for the weekend. I always enjoy the opportunity to explore my city with the eyes of a visitor, as it gives me the chance to stop to recognise all the beauty that exists in my own neighbourhood, and this was certainly no … More Four corners of London
For our final night in the van, we found a great surf beach and joined the other hobbos, van dwellers, and assorted ruffian in a large parking lot beside a beautiful beach. There was a little bar which had perfect views of the setting sun over the ocean. We were more than happy to linger … More Just the tip & farewell!: Portugal
On my ride east along the coast, I was smitten with the beautiful rock cliffs and sandy beaches of the Algarve. So, when I was joined by my fabulous friend/cousin/travel companion, it seemed necessaray that we spend a day savouring these vistas. Not only can you take scenic walks along the cliffs, you can also go … More Benagil caves
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