Perhaps I was a bit ambitious in my reading challenge this year, setting the goal of 40. I only read around 20 instead. But to be honest, I had a lot going on. In case I haven't mentioned it a dozen or so times, I wrote a book that came out in October. So much of my time and energy was put into … [Read more...] about What I Read in 2018
My Favorite Eats of 2018
Based on the photos I post, it would be easy to assume that I'm a constant glutton, especially when I'm on work trips. But these are the exception. I swear I don't eat fried stuff all the time! In fact, I'm trying to limit my meat intake in favor of vegan options, swapping it out when easy. So this … [Read more...] about My Favorite Eats of 2018
Traveling in Peru with Inka Express
After a week or so in the Cusco area, exploring Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley, I needed to get a move on to the rest of the country. I only had another week left and wanted to see as much as possible. To get from Cusco to Puno, the gateway to Lake Titicaca, I booked an all-day bus with Inka … [Read more...] about Traveling in Peru with Inka Express
Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Las Vegas
Everyone thinks about trips to Las Vegas as a splurge, especially if you're a high roller at the casinos. But that doesn't mean it has to be! Las Vegas is actually very affordable if you know where to look, especially in terms of hotels, dining, and activities. I've been twice, once with my family … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Las Vegas
What I Packed for Canada
My family trip to Canada this summer sort of snuck up on me, booked months in advance, but a crazy summer kept me from preparing as much as I normally would have. I knew it would be cold in Banff, but I think I underestimated what the weather would be like. I was only gone for around six days, … [Read more...] about What I Packed for Canada