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Hi everyone, Lovely to write to all of you. Wowie, it’s been a while! I’m currently sitting in the public library in Wanaka (classic) after toodling around town all morning (also classic). Although it’s truly only my parents and other direct family members who asked for an update via my blog, I decided to gift…

On my to-do list for today: make pancakes (check), put away the mess of clothes on the floor of my room (a weekly cycle), clean the house (gotta pull my housemate weight), go climbing with Jenna, write blog post (checking that one off), plan sisters’ visit (sister time in NZ!!), and drink Earl Grey Kombucha.…

Currently, I’m sitting in my yard on (yet another) sunny day listening to music, consuming a bagel/egg/cheddar/tomato/kale sandwich, and drinking my second cup of coffee from a ceramic green mug. The vibes are great except for this enormous houseboat/RV that permanently sits in our driveway, much to my chagrin. The owner of our house, Adrian,…

I write this as vegetables roast in the oven, Charlie Brown Christmas music plays, and rain drops outside. What a dream. — 1 day later — It’s now December 26th in New Zealand, which means it’s Christmas Day in the States. Since most of my readers reside there, merry Christmas! And, since the Christmas spirit…

This summer, after a trip to the public pool and the grocery store, my Overland group returned to our campsite in Hveragerdi. As all good leaders do when they’re tired, I immediately laid across the top of the picnic table in full starfish mode, turned on Taylor Swift’s “Lover,” and closed my eyes. One of…

Hello everyone, I’m currently having myself a little town morning, so I thought why not do a little writing too! I just strolled through a lovely bookstore in which I lightly knocked a few people with my backpack and am now sitting at a café (obviously). Summer is officially here in Wānaka, and although I’m…

My 11th grade English teacher once told me to start pieces of writing with a gripping anecdote. So, here’s my best shot: On one of the early days of my bike trip, I was feeling pretty good (hah I felt good on more than one day don’t worry). That morning, I flew down a gorgeous…

What’s up dogs. Coming at you live from Tapawera Campground. Splurged for a spot in the bunkhouse tonight and let me tell you, boy is it worth it. On any other day, this place would probably be a bit weird (sorry campground host aka Julie whose daughter lives in Florida and needs to remember life…

The inspiration for this week’s post comes from a super vague reference to a New Girl episode. Don’t worry, I understand if you didn’t pick up on that. For those who aren’t familiar—I’m looking at you over 60 crowd (hey parents!)—New Girl is a wonderful feel-good modern sitcom about a group of friends living in…

Queue Van Morrison song I’ve been putting off writing this post until I come to an understanding of what the recent days have been like. The week had so many ups and downs such that it hasn’t settled on a “this” I can explain. Plus, I’ll be honest, it’s a hard balance to strike on…