I had never been to the Netherlands (or Holland as you may know it – the country known for its windmills, tulips and waffles) until I moved there in 2018. The things you do for love! My soon-to-be husband is from the land of giants (fun fact: the Dutch are the tallest people in the…
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Maintaining articles of clothing is vital when you have a capsule wardrobe. My own personal philosophy on a capsule wardrobe is that everything I own is my favorite. And my favorite t-shirts have been lived in (and sweat in). Removing armpit stains from colored clothing is a routine task for me to keep my wardrobe…
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Trying to cut spending and minimize waste can feel like an upstream battle in a society so driven my consumerism, but we’re giving the marketing industry more power over us than we realize in one specific place. KaylaHello, friend! I’m Kayla. I help people shrink their footprint on the Earth and find freedom in owning…
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During the Great Depression, there was a slogan: use it up, wear it out, make it do or do without. When you’re far from home, with different resources and limited money, this philosophy is golden. When you’re out on the road, things will break and go wrong – it’s all a part of the gig.…
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Community building, minimizing waste and free stuff – does it get any better than that?! A community book swap is such a fun event to attend, and so easy to organize. My city has a monthly book swap that used to be organized by my friend, and I offered to take over after she had…
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On my first backpacking trip, I was up to my eyeballs in hot, steamy, delicious food. I still reminisce about the best meals I ate over those months (numero uno: huevos rancheros in Granada, Nicaragua). Latin America is a food paradise, but there was something frequently missing: fresh food. KaylaHello, friend! I’m Kayla. I help…
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3 Tips On Applying To A Partner Visa And “Proving Your Relationship” For Immigration If you’re immigrating to a new country with a partner, you may find yourself having to prove the legitimacy of your romantic relationship. It’s a pretty odd and invasive endeavor, to have to show documentary evidence that you and your significant…
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Community service, traveling, working for the mission instead of for money – that’s what motivated me to join AmeriCorps. Maybe those same things have been nagging at your heart and have you considering a term of service, but you’re wondering: is it worth it? Choosing to commit to a term of service is a big…
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4 Things to Pack if You’re Nervous About Overnight Bus or Amtrak Travel If you’re considering taking an overnight trip on a bus or train and you’re feeling nervous about about crime, these packing tips are for you. I’ve taken many overnight trips, and as a female in my 20s traveling solo, packing these items…
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Advice to consider if you’re considering taking an Amtrak trip. … Continue reading Honest Amtrak Review: 4 Things You Should Expect
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