To all the places I’ve lived before

Some love letters as novelty wears off and culture shock sets in. (Inspired by that very good Netflix movie that you should definitely watch.)

Let’s talk about sex baby

My Valentine's Day special advocating for early (and age-appropriate) sex ed. How romantic, right?!

Things I Never Thought I’d Miss About Poland

Hipster cafés, cheap vodka, functional public transport. How do I miss thee? Let me count the ways.

Packing tips for moving abroad

Expert tips from someone who sucks at packing even though she moves all the time.

Wrocław Nightlife Guide: Totally Unbiased and Serious Opinions from a Former Resident

Traveling to Wrocław soon? Find a bar depending on the mood and vibe you want from someone who probably spent too much time drinking while she lived there.

Hella pro tips for applying for your Spanish visa

Strict or flexible? Stingent or laid-back? A guide to what the hell is going down at the Spanish consulate when you get a long-term student visa.

Idyllic mountain scenery, now with an extra trip to the hospital

My last overnight field trip, and we finally take someone to the hospital! Only took us four tries.

Cultural Osmosis

Don't ever believe a traveler who claims that they travel to "absorb other cultures". While learning about other people, their culture, their history, etc is a noble goal, I don't think you can spend 2 weeks in India and suddenly know everything there is to know.

Wrocław Street Art: Nadodrze

How to find murals in Wrocław's hippest neighborhood, with a bit of a social justice rant, because of course, don't you know who I am?

Poland, pierogi, and universal grammar

While it's easy to see the things that divide us, sometimes we have to find the things that unite us. Like dumplings. Everyone loves dumplings.