srettig24 
After encouragement from so many people I know, I finally went for it and created a blog. I want to improve my written storytelling skills and get a few laughs reflecting on some of my successes and failures. People sharing their stories with me has been such an inspiration and has kept me feeling passionate about traveling. Many people have touched my life in meaningful ways and I frequently wonder where in the world they are now! I hope to stay connected with at least some of you through this site. I also have been able to shout out people who have made an experience special for me or touched me in a meaningful way. This is a safe space for friends new and old- I can’t wait to share my stories and hear yours as well!
“Action shot” taken by a friend
I started traveling solo when I was 19 years old and have had the bug ever since! I haven’t been to an impressive amount of places- mostly because I tend to try and soak in a place and stay a while. I love the surprise and freedom that travel gives me, the new lessons that I learn, and the people meet and the connections I make. I treasure the memories I’ve made and feel a thrill for the adventures yet to come!
My answer to the question “why do you travel”-
Each time I am in a new place- I think to myself, “I never thought life could look like this, be like this, or feel like this… even taste like this!” then I think about how this is just a drop in the bucket of what’s out there. My curiosity makes me giddy thinking about everything I have yet to experience and explore- it’s this that I think will keep me on the road for the rest of my life.
