I spent 225+ nights and 34 cruises at sea in one year. This reflection explores balance, purpose, community, and what comes next.

Nature gave me plenty to celebrate today. I’ve spent two of the last three 4th of Julys in Europe, and each time has been its own special kind of wonderful. In 2023, I found myself at Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen, enjoying an American-style 4th of July celebration complete with Motown music and fireworks. This year, Iceland offered up its own dazzling show—crystal clear waters framed by steep cliffs, with waterfalls spilling gracefully down the mountainsides into the fjords b

Read that again. I show up every single day. Sometimes I’m not proud of who I am or what I’ve done, but no one can ever say I didn’t try. If you think otherwise, you don’t really know me. There’s a bit of anger in my tone—trust me, I notice it too. If I’m too much, go find less. I know my life isn’t traditional. I don’t care for a traditional life as you know it, but that doesn’t mean I don’t crave certain traditions. Can you have both? Maybe that’s still to be determined. Ma

A Month in Alaska 🌲🏳️‍🌈⛴️ I feel like the stars are aligning. ✨ Over the last 30 days in Alaska, I’ve had space—real space—not just miles on a map, but space in my mind to think, reflect, and breathe deeply. I’ve let the crisp Alaskan air fill my lungs as waterfalls cascade down evergreen-draped cliffs. I’ve sat quietly on park benches overlooking fog-shrouded bays, watching life slow down around me. I’ve rediscovered an outdoor version of myself—one that thrives on hikes,

A ten-night Alaska cruise aboard the Carnival Legend filled with whales, glaciers, family time, and unforgettable moments at sea.

A reflective travel essay on love, uncertainty, creativity, and life in motion while navigating digital nomad life across Europe, the Caribbean, and Alaska.

A raw, real moment in Athens marking the exact day one life ended and a digital nomad journey began.

A day in Limassol, Cyprus—exploring ancient ruins, Mediterranean landscapes, human connection, and reflection while visiting country number 49.

Sitting here in Barcelona on yet another rainy afternoon, I stumbled across an article titled “The 25 Most Beautiful Cities in the World” ( link here ). A single tear rolls down my cheek—not from the sudden downpour (my trusty €6 umbrella is holding up just fine)—but from the realization that I’ve been to most of the cities on the list, with a few more already planned for this year. And just like that, it hits me again: I am truly, incredibly fortunate. A few short years ago

This is Forty-Three Twenty-two days of travel since I left home on February 19th, and today, I’m celebrating my birthday in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. The Celebrity Apex departed the Royal Naval Dockyard in Bermuda around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, March 11th, and we’ve been sailing through fairly rough seas ever since, making our way to Ponta Delgada, Azores. We’ll arrive there on Sunday, March 16th, before eventually disembarking in Barcelona on Friday, March 21st. There hav

To say that things happen for a reason is probably the biggest understatement in the world. I’ve spent the last seven days onboard the Carnival Celebration with stops in Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), San Juan (Puerto Rico), and St. John via St. Thomas. It’s a ship that I am very familiar with, having spent two weeks onboard in January 2023 during my first solo cruise—the beginning of my journey to setting foot on all seven continents. I sailed again in March 2024 for a we

After a year of purposeful travel, life at sea feels different. A reflective journey through Cartagena, Costa Rica, the Panama Canal, and beyond—searching for meaning again

Five Caribbean ports in five days while cruising from NYC—reflecting on friendships, life at sea, and gratitude during a winter spent onboard.

Setting sail from NYC aboard the Carnival Venezia to begin a winter in the Caribbean—eight-eight nights at sea, new friendships, and life lived between ports.

A reflective New York City night—Wicked on Broadway, historic Lower Manhattan, legendary bars, and a quiet moment of gratitude for how far life can take you.

Living lighter, traveling longer, and rewriting the story after 40. This chapter isn't about counting continents—it's about time, freedom, and choosing memories over possessions as a new book begins.

A raw reflection on solo travel, heartbreak, growth, and why a cruise ship remains my happy place during life's transitions.

A deeply reflective visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, followed by unforgettable moments across New York City.

A reflective Carnival Celebration cruise through St. Maarten, San Juan, and Puerto Plata—travel moments, culture, and the meaning of living more.

A grateful recap of the Filling My Bucket book launch, celebrating community support, upcoming signings, and the journey of solo travel storytelling.