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Good Things Happen in March
March 1, 2026 Do you have a favorite month? I wouldn’t necessarily say that March is my favorite overall, but I do love March 1st. For me, it is a day of hope. Its arrival means spring is just around the corner (forget the groundhog—too early.) No matter the weather, it is the day I… Read more
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My Solo Itinerary in Central Japan
I recently took a 38-day solo trip through central Japan. This was an itinerary I had put off for some time. Honestly, I knew it would be a little out of my comfort zone, and it fell lower on my list than other places. Europe, Australia, and New Zealand were easier. But as I was… Read more
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Gluten-Free in Japan: Can it be Done?
(Disclaimer: I am person who has Celiac Disease. I am not an expert and have no medical background. I am simply sharing my travel experiences from one trip to Japan.) I have been traveling the World for over three years. I put off going to Japan for one reason—gluten. As a Celiac, I knew it… Read more
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The View Matters
November 12, 2025 Living a nomadic life for three and a half years now, I have stayed in many different places of varying size and location. There is certainly something to be said about the size of a place. I don’t need much as a single person, but I do need to be able to… Read more
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Reflecting and Planning, Second Edition
January 1, 2025 As 2025 begins, it’s time to reflect on my second full year as a nomad. The biggest questions are, “Am I happy with the nomadic lifestyle? Was this the right choice?” Yes! Absolutely. I tell people that my life is 90% wonderful. I wouldn’t have said that three years ago. In fact,… Read more
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Eighteen Days at Sea
October 23, 2024I just disembarked from my first long cruise. Previously, I had cruised for a week at a time. Many of my nomad-traveler friends take advantage of the bargain rates on repositioning cruises, so I decided to give it a try.Nearly a year ago, an acquaintance contacted me to see if I could housesit… Read more
Wandering Shannon 