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2018 exceeded my expectations. After three solo trips to Europe in 2017, I hoped to at least match that level of travel in 2018. And God gave me MORE. He went beyond my dreams. I’m learning, more and more, He tends to do that when we surrender to Him. Now, God knows I love travel …
Continue reading When God Gives You Abundantly More: A 2018 Recap
Ever returned from a trip thinking about what you would have done if you’d had just one more day? Of course you have, right? It’s human nature to want just a little bit more. Ok. So we’ve established that you think about this, too. But, would you rather enjoy your favorite experiences AGAIN? Or, cram all …
As promised, I’m sharing my top must-dos in Paris, based on that 48 hour whirlwind trip I took back in January. Having only two days—a day and a half really, and less if you count sleeping!—I conducted extensive research to craft the perfect itinerary. And, I genuinely don’t regret a single second of how I …
Continue reading 7 Things You Must Do on Your First Trip to Paris
So, y’all know that Paris was my dream adventure. Aaaannnd my flight was unbelievably cheap ($467, thanks to one of Scott’s alerts). Still, my frugal self refused to spend more than $1k on the total trip, so I decided to limit myself to just two nights in the City of Lights. I know, I know. Two …
If you read my previous post, you know all about my longtime obsession with Paris and its place at the top of my bucket list – or list of dreams, or whatever you call yours since some folks (ahem, my father) are weirded out by the concept of a before-you-kick-the-bucket list. Silly dad… But, if you …
Continue reading Paris: My First Female Solo Traveler Experience
Paris. The City of Lights. The City of Love (locks). The city that captured my ten year old heart long before bucket lists and wanderlust meant anything to me. My ooh la la obsession with Paris began with the Eiffel Tower. It was literally love at first sight of a photo of this iconic landmark. …
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