Blog | I’m attempting to adventure peacefully—to travel and live in a way that supports a peaceful climate. Slow, minimalist, vegan (+gf for this celiac), and mindful. It’s meaningful. It’s sustainable. It’s imperfect. So I lean on gratitude. Because everyone deserves peace.

Sailing to Cadboro Bay (in Victoria, BC, Canada)

Sailing to Cadboro Bay (in Victoria, BC, Canada)

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Baby Seal Birth at Russell Island, BC, Canada (Gulf Islands National Park Reserve)

Baby Seal Birth at Russell Island, BC, Canada (Gulf Islands National Park Reserve)

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Sailing to Russell Island, BC, Canada (Gulf Islands National Park Reserve)

Sailing to Russell Island, BC, Canada (Gulf Islands National Park Reserve)

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Sailing to Oak Bay (in Victoria, BC, Canada)

Sailing to Oak Bay (in Victoria, BC, Canada)

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But, First, a Sailboat Detour

But, First, a Sailboat Detour

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Sailing Back to Canada

Sailing Back to Canada

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I Couldn't Help Myself (I Traveled to Mendocino, California, Again)

I Couldn't Help Myself (I Traveled to Mendocino, California, Again)

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Jug Handle (California State Natural Reserve)

Jug Handle (California State Natural Reserve)

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Fort Bragg, California

Fort Bragg, California

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A Little Love (From Carpinteria, California)

A Little Love (From Carpinteria, California)

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The Cheapest Place I Buy Groceries in the USA—Ethically (Organic, Vegan, Gluten-Free)

The Cheapest Place I Buy Groceries in the USA—Ethically (Organic, Vegan, Gluten-Free)

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Deer Park Monastery (Escondido, California)

Deer Park Monastery (Escondido, California)

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Shell Beach (La Jolla, California)

Shell Beach (La Jolla, California)

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Godmothers (Summerland, California)

Godmothers (Summerland, California)

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Why I Love To Visit Mendocino, California

Why I Love To Visit Mendocino, California

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Ashland, Oregon (Vegan and Gluten-Free Deli Food—Including Pizza)

Ashland, Oregon (Vegan and Gluten-Free Deli Food—Including Pizza)

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OSEA Malibu Skincare Review (Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Gluten-Free)

OSEA Malibu Skincare Review (Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Gluten-Free)

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How I've Handled Travel Insurance (Long-Term, Multi-Trip) + Health Insurance (Globally)

How I've Handled Travel Insurance (Long-Term, Multi-Trip) + Health Insurance (Globally)