July 18, 2015

Saltwater Cures All Things

 Boat on the saltwater

Why do we say saltwater cures all things? I have spent the last two weeks flopping between the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, wondering about this idiom. Finally, I decided to do some research. My findings are below! Saltwater Cures All Things (A Scientific Evaluation…sort of) First of all, in the sea we find the endless possibilities of adventure. I’m a sucker for a good adventure. Also, there is the mysterious refreshment of a saltwater dip on a summer day. Sea salt has magnesium in it, which relaxes your muscles and allows for deep sleep. Second, in tears we find refuge and peace. This release of salt from your…

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July 18, 2015

Stupid Things that Happen at the Airport

 Person standing in the ariport

Why are there so many stupid things that happen at the airport?! Overall, I would say I love flying the same way I love the 2nd floor changing rooms at Bloomingdales. An annoying experience, cramped and a bit miserable that must be endured in order to possess something wonderful. Here is the difference: If you are at Bloomingdales, get your ass up to the 4th floor, pronto. Much roomier and better mirrors. You’re welcome. If you are flying…what’s that? Daddy canceled the private jet credit card? Yeah, me too. So if you are flying, make lists of the annoying things that happen at the airport to pass the time. Mine…

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July 13, 2015

Summer Trip Planning Tips

 View of Porto, Portugal

Lately I’ve been thinking about summer trip planning tips. I miss writing every day, I miss the routines of September to June, but summer vacation has been rife with wonderful adventures. Best of all, I’ve had a myriad of types of trips: in hostels, in friends’ apartments, in classy(ish) hotels. Just incase previous posts have not made it clear, I’m a neurotic mess when it comes to planning trips. I provide these tips in the hope that I can prevent you from becoming a neurotic, too! Also, I’m late to a fado show in Porto, so I need to make it quick. Here is my five minute best: Summer Trip…

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July 4, 2015

Happy 4th of July!

 The 4th of July

Happy 4th of July! Celebrating the holiday overseas always feel a bit more contemplative.  Last year I was in Jackson Hole, WY (as American as baseballapple pie the Kardashians ) for a day full of fireworks, barbecue and some deadly arrangement of lemonade, vodka and blueberries.  It was fun but not in a “deep-thoughts-about-my-country” kind of way.  More in a “lets-get-drunk-and-go-tubing” kind of way. Overseas, there is more time to consider what the 4th of July actually means–why we take the time off work to celebrate. Here is the bottom line:   America is amazing.   For example, we have tremendous civil liberties, thousands of miles of beautiful country and…

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May 25, 2015

Living Abroad

 Sometimes living abroad is hard

There are some difficult things about living abroad. In fact, recently I have been in a sort of anti-fabulous funk.  It might even be referred to as feeling…ordinary. Gross.  The kryptonite of fabulous.  I work, I cook dinner, I desperately try to make time to exercise….boring, Boring, BORING. Deep in the wallows of self-pity and trying to consider things that may make me feel more fabulous, my mind wondered to living abroad.  The question of the day: Is living abroad really all that fabulous? Travelling is fabulous.  Exciting flights, new people, duty-free shopping important cultural experiences, etc.  But in order for actually living abroad to be fabulous you need to…

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May 18, 2015

How to Travel with Your Friends

 Groups of travelers and tourists in Milan

After an exhausting weekend in Milan, I dutifully logged into my gmail to check for update e-mails from Watch What Happens Live CNN International. I quickly migrated my attention to Rhymes with Fabulous to update the blog-world with my thoughts about fabulous Milan travel itineraries. Then I looked on the internet. Turns OUT, there are already approximately 7,000,000 Milan travel itineraries available.  From professional travel writers (well, you know what I mean–OTHER professional travel writers)  Here are links to some great ones: Hostelworld Milan travel itineraryViator Milan Travel ItineraryItlaylogue Milan Travel ItineraryTrip Advisor Milan Travel Itinerary Seriously–read the itineraries and do all those things!!  Or google “Milan ShoppingEatingWine Cultural Travel Itinerary” and…

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April 28, 2015

Pictures of Italy

 pictures of Italy from Rome

As promised, here are some pictures of Italy. I went to Rome and Florence over my spring vacation just so I could take them for you. You’re welcome! These photos are just a drop in the bucket. From Rome, I included the Vatican, the Colosseum and the Roman ruins. From Florence, I included one of the main streets and the river. I’m not great with food pics, so these pictures of Italy are just landscapes. If you are looking for drool-worthy Italian food, click here. And if you want more awesome pictures like the banner image on this post, check out Willian West on Unsplash. Otherwise, enjoy!              …

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September 1, 2014

Seeking a Purpose

 madrid building sky

Lately, I have been pondering the importance of seeking a purpose. It started because I was considering my blog. I realized I have felt a little lost lately because my writing here has lacked purpose.  I don’t know who I want my audience to be or why I want them to read.  Thoughts about ex-boyfriends?  Advice on the larger purpose of life?  Useful topographic maps of major international department stores?  It’s just so hard to whittle down a focus!!   Thankfully, the internet exists to help answer such questions.  I checked out The Mimialists “How to Start a Successful Blog” and felt immediately inspired and rejuvenated. After several page redirects…

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