Let’s get weepy
Unorthodox
I found the recent Netflix show Unorthodox to be both educational and inspiring, and something that I think will capture your attention as it did mine. This story is about a young Jewish woman who flees to Berlin, Germany from her hometown of Brooklyn, New York in order to escape an arranged marriage where she…
The Gates of Istanbul
Loreena McKennitt is one of the most idiosyncratic musicians I’ve ever discovered. Born and raised in Canada, she is a singer, songwriter, harpist and composer. McKennitt started singing at a young age and after attending an exhibition of the Celtic artifacts in Venice in 1991, she found herself enamored with Celtic music. In my research…
Aran Islands – Galway
The Aran Islands are three relatively small islands that are situated just off the coast of Galway Bay. They are Inisheer, Inishmaan, and Inishmore. Each island contains a unique story that adds great depth to Ireland’s history. When visiting the islands, you will find ancient forts, churches, and monuments, as well as tourist activity. Today,…
Exploring the City – Dublin, Ireland Part 3
Let’s go back in time, shall we? The first “documented” history of Dublin begins with the Viking Raids during the 8th and 9th century. This term was coined by Dudo of Saint Quentin and refers to a time period where activities, such as war battles, began. Like many parts of Europe, the first documented history…
A Beautiful Moment in Time – Dublin, Ireland Part 2
It is 5:30AM on July 18th in Dublin when my eyes abruptly widen in my lofty Airbnb bedroom. I am consistently checking the time on my phone to make sure that the day hasn’t drifted past me too quickly. Currently, there is a battle going on between my adrenaline and my jet lag, and so…
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First Day in Dublin, Ireland – Part 1
From the Dublin Airport, I hop onto a bus that heads into the city. I haven’t been on a double-decker bus like this one since my trip to London in 2014. I climb my way to the top to take advantage of the experience, and as the bus turns each corner, I feel as though…
Vikasa Yoga Retreat, Thailand
When I arrived at Vikasa, I said hello to the people I knew and introduced myself to the people I didn’t know. Carolina and Jeb, a married couple, were the hosts’ of this getaway trip. Originally, I had met them through my brother Alex, who did CrossFit with them a while ago. They were the…
