Hello dear readers. TODAY is Story Time and I’m going to tell you the story of Not A Normal Girl. Do enjoy! finding a new rock I’m pretty sure that there was nothing normal about my morning. I woke up in Thailand with an insatiable urge to find a new rock. I’ve been back in Thailand about a week and a half and have had …
How Much Does it Cost to Live in Thailand?
Many folks take a glimpse at my lifestyle here and assume I’m swimming in cash. The truth of it is, it’s cheaper to live in Thailand than you might imagine! It is far cheaper to live here than it is to travel, and if you look at rental costs versus the price of hotels, you can see why. I realize living abroad is not for …
Put Your Crap in a Hefty Bag & Buy a Plane Ticket, Already!
There is a lot of hype about heading out into the world and doing your own thing. So why aren’t more people doing it? Excuses! I’ve seen everything from having to find the right designer backpack to people thinking they need some all-in-one tech gadgety thing that will somehow save you from any woes. Here is the truth: put your crap in a bag and …
Rock Climbing: How to Slow Down and Take Smaller Steps
As I approached the rock that loomed above me I smiled to myself, “It’s good to be back.” Railey Beach is a world class climbing destination in Thailand and can easily be recognized by the immense limestone outcroppings that dot along the coastline in perfect turquoise water. This distant paradise is one of my favorite places in the world and as I gear up with …