Grieving as an Expat: A Story About Loss, Life and Last-Minute Bookings
Death is about as taboo a subject as they come. As my cousin Christyn and I tried to mask our fear the last time we talked to Pa, seated on…
What Walking the Camino de Santiago Taught Me About Life
'El Camino no regala nada.' I was trailing Iván, using his walking stick as a third leg as we trudged up a muddy incline somewhere between Santa Marina and Ballotas.…
Seville Snapshots: First Day on the #CaminoFTK
When I wrote this draft on Wednesday afternoon, I was excited to be within five days of hiking the Camino de Santiago, something I've been planning do do for the…
Seville Snapshots: Santa Catalina Church
When my friend Nancy came to visit nearly five years ago, she had two goals in mind: to not eat anything with a head on it, and to see as…
Seville Snapshots: Paseo de Espolón, Burgos
Nostalgia is a funny thing for anyone who's resided abroad. Just one whiff of cous cous sends you back to the souks of Marrakesh, the notes of a strained tango…
Seville Snapshots: Focusing on the Future
Alright, alright. I know these are supposed to be pictures of Spain and Seville. I'm on my way there, so cool down! But today is Labor Day, and I'm in…