I went into this trip not knowing entirely what to expect from this island nation. I armed myself with a start and end date, the names of a few volcanoes, a list of islands to pass through and an open, curious mind. But of course, the best adventures always start out this way. Indonesia was…
Author: Leah
Graduation is Upon Us
Well folks, the end of college is happening this weekend. It’s rather bittersweet, but I think I’m ready for it. This adventure has been an adventure to the rim, and I’m ready for the next one. I auditioned to give a speech at the College of Business graduation. I didn’t get the speech, but I’m…
Letters from our Former Selves
A ghost from the past. Except it’s not a ghost. It’s you.
Mind > Body
If there’s anything I learned during our 11-day trek in Nepal, it’s this. Our guide Uzol told us over and over again about the importance of mental toughness as our bodies attempted to adjust to the quickly-increasing altitude. At first we nodded along, not quite sure how that we understood what he was telling us. And then,…
Nepal: Returning to the Himalayas
Today begins a journey towards the world’s greatest peaks.
America the Beautiful: NH
Ridge lines, lobster, and the quainter side of America. (Part 2 of 3–to see Part 1, go here.)
Leah vs. The World 