What a chaotic move, a surprise surgery, and starting over taught me about how to reset your life when everything feels off track For a long time, selling our house was on our list. Not just a “someday” idea—but something we kept circling back to. We’d prepared for it. Tried. Twice. But each time, something … Read more
Some of the most unforgettable travel moments I’ve had didn’t happen at top-rated attractions or in front of famous landmarks. They happened in small shops, on sidewalks, and during ordinary moments that didn’t look like much at the time—but stuck with me. Traveling with heart means going beyond the itinerary. It means not just visiting, … Read more
Real-life lessons from the chaos, plus what I’ll be doing differently next time. Moving isn’t just exhausting—it’s a full-blown adventure in chaos. We’re still deep in the aftermath of one, and I’ve learned some moving tips the hard way. If you’re planning your own move, these are the lessons I wish I’d followed from the … Read more
After reading Justin’s story last week about how biking helped him move from burnout to breakthrough, I figured it was the perfect time to share a practical, beginner-friendly guide for anyone feeling the nudge to get back on a bike—or try it for the first time. There’s something grounding about hopping on a bike—no pressure, … Read more
We often think of travel as something that requires a suitcase and a boarding pass. But what if the adventure you’re craving doesn’t involve leaving town at all? Over the past few years, I’ve learned that some of the most refreshing and inspiring experiences can happen right where you are. You just have to look … Read more
Introduction Have you ever wondered where you come from? What stories lie buried in the past, waiting to be uncovered? For many, genealogy is more than a hobby—it’s a journey of self-discovery, a connection to the past that shapes the way we see ourselves today. For Becky Stites, researching her ancestors has been a lifelong … Read more
Everyday adventure doesn’t require a passport, a vacation day, or a plan that takes longer than ten minutes to make. It took me years to understand that. For a long time, I thought adventure lived somewhere else. On a vacation calendar. At an airport. In a place I wasn’t currently standing. Most of us learn … Read more
Tom and I don’t travel to relax. At least not usually. We like seeing things. If we’ve gone somewhere we’ve never been, we want to walk around, take the tour, visit the museum, find the weird local thing, and see as much as we reasonably can while we’re there. Other people would hate traveling that … Read more
