Kenia in the Middle

I recently hung out with one of my close friends from high school. Trying to fit one another into packed schedules over the holidays, we went and grabbed a chai down in Dana and walked around the farmers market for a bit. Something small just to check in. Granted, I know I’ll see her a Continue reading

As many of you know I started this blog at a young age to share the unique experience of my families travels. With my sisters and I getting older, schedules getting packed, and growing into individuals my blog began to sit waiting to be logged into. I like to view myself as a creative person Continue reading

Hey guys! My first day was absolutely amazing, you wouldn’t believe the beautiful things I’ve seen in such a short time. I started the day getting coffee with one of the people I’m staying with, she took me to this local place walking distance from the apartment. Today was a day to get my grounds Continue reading

Long time no see guys! This summer I decided I wanted to explore Southeast Asia! I’m currently sitting in Seoul, South Korea waiting to board my flight to Ho Chi Minh. It all started with me seeing a picture of Ha Long Bay back in October-ish. I wasn’t sure if it was even going to Continue reading

I’m currently sitting in the Chicago airport on my layover so, the time has come to reflect on my travels and give my recommendations. Let’s start with the positives. This experience has truly opened my mind more than I thought it needed. I met amazing people and gained more hands on experience doing something I’m Continue reading

Today was bittersweet. I’m honestly a lot more sad to leave than I expected. I woke up this morning knowing it was my last time waking up here in this place that somewhat now feels like home. I walked to the garden for the last time and began watering all the plants. Juan and Yvette Continue reading

Hola! This morning I woke up feeling so happy and energized. I decided to spend some time on the roof watching the clouds before I had to get ready. At 9:45 I started my daily walk to the garden. Today we did so much pruning to clear out some space in the back. We used Continue reading

Hapoy Wednesday, I woke up in a rainstorm this morning! It’s funny because I thought it’d be pouring all day but by the time Yvette picked me up and we drove to the volunteering location it had already stopped. At least the plants got a little extra water though! Today we went back to the Continue reading

What up guys! Day 2 with the children’s group. Today we went to a small community located next to Laguna los Corozos. Within the community an organization has created called Proyecto Península de Cantera. It was formed in 1992 to protect the lagoon and the surrounding communities. After the hurricane most of their progress was Continue reading