Knocked Up Abroad: Tips for the Pregnant Traveler

Even though I'm a pretty experienced traveler, I was a little nervous about the journey back to the U.S.  It's a really long trip, about 17-18 hours door to door with 3 flights, 2 layovers, and I was doing most of it alone while 22 weeks pregnant.  Even though I was all, "I can handle this!"  Secretly I was thinking, "this is going to be long and boring with heavy things I have to carry myself."  I coincided my...

Celebration Vacation: Part 1

Hello Everyone!  We're back from our epic trip of celebrations back in the U.S.  I've spent the last week recovering from jetlag and a nasty cold, but I'm happy to report that I'm feeling much better and in good shape for our visitors later this week - our besties Shawn and Kate.  We are so excited to finally get to show them our town and hang out like old times. But first - a trip recap!  The travel back and...

U.S. To Do List

My list of must dos when I go to the U.S.  You can see where my priorities are.  Eat an Oreo Cookie-Peanut Butter Cup Blizzard at my old stomping grounds. Buy shampoo that doesn't make my hair smell terrible and chili powder that's actually spicy. Drink a tall-double-shot-half-caff-no foam-Starbucks-Latte everyday. Stock up on summer dresses from Forever 21 and maternity tanks from Target Take a few...