Okay…It’s been a minute. More than a minute, ten months to be exact since I wrote my last blog post. I am a little disappointed about that too because I have so much more I want to write about my Read more…
I did not go to Africa to go on Safari. I know that is a lifelong dream for a lot of people. I mean, there are many people who travel to Africa to be immediately picked up by a safari Read more…
What if something happens and I am half a world away? I am on my way to volunteer in Africa as a solo female. Would you do it? What if nothing happens and I stayed? I go through Read more…
Okay fine, here’s the real story. This is why I do these women’s projects. First thing’s first, its got to be an awesome project. Don’t get me wrong. Volunteering in an orphanage, providing dental cleanings, or teaching women to bead Read more…
Women have this relentless pressure to look perfectly put together, keep their 19-year-old bod forever, and all while being a perfect mother and wife. What is really amazing to me is that men aren’t always the ones putting this pressure Read more…
Americans have a bad rap We are loud, obnoxious, demanding and rude…right? Locals can spot a group of Americans coming from a block away. We expect immediate service when being waited on and everyone to speak beautiful English. We want Read more…
How to Fund Your Volunteer Abroad Project No, I am not rich. I do not live a baller, luxury lifestyle. However, I have been able to go on an annual month-long trip without breaking the bank or taking away Read more…
Looking for a few good men…and women for Tanzania! I am really excited to announce that I am leading a group of volunteers to Africa this coming September. I have had such an amazing experience volunteering abroad and would Read more…
How I choose the countries where I volunteer abroad The good thing about never traveling with my family growing up is that I have a ton of options if I want to go somewhere new now. I really had Read more…
The 18 year old hussler. After having my son young, I had to figure out how to make some cash…fast. I did not go to college, well I did but …beer. My first job was working in Walmart in Read more…