Everyone Needs Rest I made an (unannounced) decision back in the fall to stop writing and blogging for a while. …
How to Pack Light
My chemistry teacher in high school had a metaphor that has stuck with me til this day. He used it …
Barcelona Flashback
This post was written back in winter of 2015. I was on a study abroad trip with three buddies and …
Costa Rica: A Thought Piece on Cultural Reflections
When you travel to a completely new part of the world, it’s like staring into a mirror: you can see …
The Theory of Chinese Self-Responsibility
I’ve had this theory for a while, but I’ve never put it in writing, so here goes: I have always …
Las Falles, A Valencian Street Festival (Part 2)
Back on study abroad in college, the boys and I went on a two week trip through Iberia. Barcelona, Valencia, …
Las Falles, A Valencian Street Festival (Part 1)
Back on study abroad in college, the boys and I went on a two week trip through Iberia. Barcelona, Valencia, …
Top Five European Destinations
Americans love lists. Top 10 This. Top 40 That. We have the Oscar’s, Emmy’s, Grammy’s, Tony’s, ESPY’s, you name it. …
Louisville (Part 2): Louisville’s Parks, Bridges and Roads
Louisville has, on paper, a vile array of interstates. Spokes fold into concentric wheels radiating out from city center all …
Louisville (Part 1): First Impressions
I was sauntering down main street in sultry weather into a hip fried chicken shack, chock-full of young folks. The …