One thing you’ll see on my updated bucket list is “Visit the most significant historical, cultural and natural sites in the world inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.” Not too long ago, I mentioned that my current workplace is … Continued
The experiences and memories are the most important things to hold on to after an adventure, but occasionally you’re given something else as a memento. I have a handful of items that have been given to me throughout my travels … Continued
This week Adventure Patches turns five! I published my first post for an assignment in a college five years ago today. I didn’t know I would continue beyond that semester-long project, but I did because people responded and enjoyed what … Continued
This month, leading up to Thanksgiving, I’m expressing my gratitude for people who have influenced me in someway–it’s all about the people. Aaron may have been the one to get me to China, but he wasn’t the only friend I … Continued
Last year I designed a China scrapbook from my time in China with all of my blog posts and more pictures. For Christmas, my mom gave me vouchers to have the scrapbook printed. I’ve had too many instances of my … Continued
The Golden Arches, Mickey D’s, McDonald’s. Some of you have already turned away disgusted because I would be grateful for this fast food franchise, but let me tell you why. It has saved me many times, both emotionally and my … Continued
I currently live in a place where I probably won’t use the heater very often, but I am grateful I have it. Why? A year ago I was in a country that for some reason doesn’t put heating solutions of … Continued
I recently spent about a year in China. It was great! I’ve been thinking more about it lately as I’ve been finalizing a 2013 calendar with pictures from China, working on a photo story on Photobucket, and working on a … Continued
Yep, I can eat with chopsticks. Just over a year ago, I enjoyed Chinese food but never used chopsticks. After all, they always gave me a fork at the restaurants I ate at and I didn’t want to make a … Continued