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Wanderings
Notes from elsewhere on life abroad, culture, and a slower, more attentive way of moving through the world.
Featured · Life Abroad
The Space Between Leaving and Arriving
On the disorientation, possibility, and quiet courage of building a life beyond the familiar.
September 18, 2026
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Culture
Friendship in a Foreign Language
The unexpected intimacy of being known across accents, histories, and different ideas of home.
August 30, 2026
Travel
A Slower Way Through France
What becomes visible when travel is less about collecting places and more about paying attention.
August 12, 2026
Travel
Jamaica Luminous Lagoon: Brightest BioLuminescence in the World
Ever since I found out the Jamaica Luminous Lagoon has some of the best views of bioluminescence (in the world!), the glistening lagoon has been on my #wanderwishlist.
February 9, 2020
Culture
7 Colombian Foods You’ll Love If You’re From the Caribbean
If you’re Jamaican like me, or from the Caribbean, then you know we love to eat. Few things are more important to Caribbean people than food. So when I travelled solo around Colombia, I tasted all the food. Here are 7…
July 7, 2020