The Paradox of Choice

Posted on November 3, 2008 - Filed Under Freedom, Miscellaneous, My plan, Simplicity, Travel | 10 Comments

I’m reading this really interesting book, The Paradox of Choice, by Barry Schwartz.  I’m not quite finished yet but so far it confirms some gut feelings I’ve been having lately about the overwhelming choices a lot of us have and how that truly affects us both positively and negatively.  I would highly recommend it. 
It looks at [...]

Productivity made simple

Posted on October 10, 2008 - Filed Under Miscellaneous, My plan, Simplicity, Travel | 3 Comments

There seems to be a recent proliferation of blogs, books, etc. on productivity.  Most of these have fun, useful tips.  I’ve jumped on Lifehacker and Dumblittleman before and after a few visits, I quickly realized that most of the info they relay is just plain common sense.  However, it seems we are so busy these days that [...]

Apples, spice and all things nice

Posted on October 8, 2008 - Filed Under Miscellaneous, My plan, Simplicity, Travel | 1 Comment

Oh, how I love fall… it is physically hurting me to be inside today.  The air is cool and crisp and I’m wearing my new brown boots and favorite scarf.  Apples abound at the Farmers market and soon I’ll be cooking pumpkin anything and brewing apple cider.  Yay!!
Lately I’ve been thinking about where I’ll be in [...]

The Advantages of Low Rent Living

Posted on July 10, 2008 - Filed Under Freedom, My plan, Simplicity | 2 Comments

  
The following post was written by Alexander Kjerulf.  I couldn’t have said it better.  Alexander is the ‘happiness at work’ guru and has some really good insights.  His blog is great.  You can visit him at:  www.positivesharing.com
The Top Ten Advantages of Low Rent Living
by Alexander Kjerulf
One of the biggest threats to happiness at work is having too many [...]

A way to travel…

Posted on July 1, 2008 - Filed Under Nomadism, Simplicity, Travel | 1 Comment

This is from the blog of one of my favorite authors, Paulo Coelho. Some intriguing ways to get the most from your travels. I particularly like numbers 5 and 8.
 Happy and relaxing travels…
L
Traveling in a different way
When I was very young I discovered that, for me, a journey is the best way to learn. I [...]

Simplicity

Posted on May 14, 2008 - Filed Under Simplicity, Travel | 1 Comment

I was at the beach last week at a beautiful retreat center for a work conference.  It was so peaceful there.  No frills, just nature, no TV’s, meals in a dining hall at round tables with friends, walks on the beach early in the morning, early  to bed and rise.   Despite having to attend some work sessions, [...]

Full moon, full life

Posted on April 21, 2008 - Filed Under Miscellaneous, My plan, Simplicity | 3 Comments

As I plan, scheme, and amble my way through my travel plans for next year, I realize that I need to remember to be present, happy and content where I am now. Sure, I’d like more vacation time, more flexibility, adventure, new experiences, and days spent outside in the sun rather than inside my gray [...]

The PLAN

Posted on January 18, 2008 - Filed Under My plan, Simplicity, Travel | 5 Comments

O.k., let’s assess my situation: Right now, I have a little credit card debt, the typical several thousand in school loans, and no idea how I’ll make an income whilst traveling. (I always did like the underdog) However, I also have lots of ideas swirling in my head, a decent paying job, an ambitious and [...]