Today was full in the way these days tend to be—errands, sweat, decision fatigue. But it also held a kind of quiet progress I almost didn’t notice until I sat down. a years worth of errands This morning I dropped off a donation bag that was nearly as big as I am—clothes and shoes I’ve […]
Clearing space, carrying grace—and learning to let go of the girl I used to be. I thought packing would be simple. I thought it would be bubble wrap, folded clothes, a few farewell notes tucked between pages of a book. I didn’t expect to be on the floor of my childhood bedroom, surrounded by a
Some things I’m packing are more than just useful—they’re small echoes of home, weighted with love. As I prepare for my six-month move to New Zealand, the checklist is growing— visa forms, flight confirmations, weather-appropriate clothes, and all the practicalities of setting up life on the other side of the world. But in between the
i’m Planning my first long-term trip to New Zealand, I’ve gathered a list of experiences I’m excited to try—from rainforest hikes to night market snacks. All of these are beginner-friendly, budget-conscious, and doable without a car. If you’re a solo traveler or slow explorer, this list is for you. Walk Among the Rainforest in the
By Nomadic Grace There’s a certain steadiness to home—a rhythm you don’t realize you’re dancing to until you step away from the music. Back home in Canada, I’ve always had rituals that tether me gently to the day. I do the dishes in the morning—not because I have to, but because I like to. There’s
By Nomadic Grace only 34 days until my flight and Before I leave for New Zealand, I’ve been soaking up as many moments of home as I can—quiet ones, unexpected ones, and, as it turns out, the kind that come with feedback channels and mic checks. This Canada Day, I spent the day helping my
Because this trip is more than a getaway—it’s a reckoning. bet When I booked my flight, I wasn’t just buying a ticket to New Zealand—I was calling my own bluff. For months, I had been talking about change. Dreaming out loud. Telling myself I wanted more—more meaning, more connection, more life than the one that
Packing Light, Traveling Solo: Preparing for My New Zealand Adventure Packing for a solo trip feels like a delicate balancing act. You want to bring enough to be comfortable and prepared, but you also don’t want to be weighed down by a suitcase that’s more burden than blessing. As I prepare to set off for
Settling in, small adventures, and the kind of travel that changes you the first steps on a long journey New Year’s Eve 2024 hit differently. As the countdown began, I realized I was right back where I started—living in my childhood bedroom and working at the same place I was back then. I had moved
