What do you do when you come to a fork in the road? Do you bound down one road without hesitation? Do you pause and weigh your options? Do you ask for input from those who’ve traveled this road before? […]
June 2017: Our Journeys
Calculated Irresponsibility
“An ounce of gold will not buy an inch of time” – Chinese Proverb “If I could turn back time…then maybe maybe maybe…” – Cher I’m standing over the wash sink at my twin’s and my cafe, speeding through a mountain of […]
Past Present Podcast: The World Series, Texting and Driving, and Vegas, Baby!
In this week’s episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil debate the history of the world series, texting while driving, and the history of Vegas. The World Series The presence of the Chicago Cubs and Cleveland Indians in the 2016 World Series is […]
Aim to Make a Positive Difference in the World
Some religions, such as Buddhism, aim to do no harm. I say take that one step further and aim to make a positive difference in the world. Each day, try to make a difference. Don’t just survive or sleepwalk through […]
The Magic of Mini-Retreats
“Before the development of tourism, travel was conceived to be like study, and its fruits were considered to be adornment of the mind and the formation of judgement.” -Paul Fussell, Abroad If you’re a fan of Tim Ferriss’ Four-Hour Workweek […]
Travelers in Love; Not Tourists.
It has been many years since I traveled to places unknown, but as the details of what I have seen and done in my many journeys begin to fade, it is the feelings I have experienced in those places which […]
Is It Gay-Friendly?
When planning a trip when young and naïve, I would ask myself just two questions: 1) can I afford it? and 2) is it going to be fun? For many years, those were really the only things I considered. But […]
Your CFO: The Workcation!
Running your own business is time consuming and doesn’t leave much time for a real vacation – which, if you’re anything like me, you desperately need! The only time you travel is when you’re attending a conference or meeting […]
Sisu: A Finnish Word for Entrepreneurs & Startups
I’m always on the lookout for inspiration, and fortunately, I can find it almost anywhere. It’s one of the reasons I love to travel. Since the senses are heightened around new circumstances, it’s an opportunity to reconnect to the world […]
Go Away: Why a Change of Environment Can Change Your Life
Sometimes in life the best choice you can make is to go away. If I had to look back at every major shift in my own life, I can attribute it to a change in environment. It’s easy to be […]