2013: The Year of the Globetrotter
As we move into a new year, it is always nice to reflect on our thorns and roses of the previous year and subsequently make ambitious plans for the next year. 2013 was a year of change for me. I…
Ice Ice Baby…Thanksgiving in Iceland
On July 31st, I received an email with the subject line, "thanksgiving in iceland?". The body of the email had a link to a travel deal followed by, "I'm so serious." After reading the brief email on my iPhone I…
A week in Nairobi: #mustmovebacktoafrica
This sign welcomes people to the UN compound When I found out that I was going to spend a week in Nairobi for a work trip I was very excited. Having grown up with so many Kenyans in Detroit it…
Dada Masilo’s Swan Lake
Saturday night, as part of the Roma Europa festival, I headed to Teatro Argentina for the first time to see Dada Masilo's Swan Lake. I must admit prior to arriving at the theater I had no idea what I was…
My Life as a Unicorn: A black girl in Rome
After a nine-month (not to give birth in secret) hiatus from Rome, an opportunity arose that was convincing enough for me to return to a city that I do not love. Many of my friends and former colleagues said it…
where in the world….a photography exhibit
In one week I will be hosting my first ever photography exhibit. I hope that you can attend. I will be displaying 24 pieces of work from six continents. While the idea of putting my work on display is very…
Ann Arbor’s Finest: Zingerman’s
A few weeks ago during the first meeting of the advisory board for the Detroit Food Academy, I had the pleasure of meeting Paul Saginaw of the Ann Arbor based company, Zingerman’s. During the meeting he spoke of his company…
The First Ever Catch Me If You Can Contest
If you follow me on Instagram, you have seen my flight count since the beginning of the year. As of today I have taken 33 flights this year with more to come. I have decided to launch a contest and…
A Perfect Weekend in Martha’s Vineyard
A few months ago, my dear friend Crystal and I were on the phone and decided to plan a trip to Martha's Vineyard with friends. We settled on a date in September, rounded up a group of ten amazing women,…
2,704 Miles: A Southern US Roadtrip
About a month ago when I was planning my trip to Orlando, a staple on all of my US itineraries as it is where my oldest sister lives with her husband and two kids, she had the idea to do…