Crossroads.

Southern Africa’s Specialties.

View of Mirror Lake from Mirror Lake Inn

Destination: Lake Placid, New York.

What We Fear.

"Not all those who wander are lost." J. R. R. Tolkien

Music Monday: Make it Rain.

Posted on May 20, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Artist: The Haunted Windchimes Song: Make it Rain Favorite lyrics: I’ve been high, I’ve been low, I’ve been on the road. Been beaten down, been stoned, I’ve been lured from my home. Been making them promises, them dark deals too. … Continue reading →

Advice to Those Graduating.

Posted on May 19, 2013 by The World Wanderer

All over the country, college students are graduating, and today my younger brother, Thomas, is one of them. I can hardly believe that this day is already here; it seems like just yesterday that we were moving him into his … Continue reading →

A Costa Rican Adventure!

Posted on May 18, 2013 by The World Wanderer

For some time now, Costa Rica has been a destination I have been wanting to visit. While nothing is yet set in stone, I am hoping to visit the country within the next year. To prepare, I have been talking … Continue reading →

Mountain Biking: Take Two.

Posted on May 15, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Deep in the woods surrounded by trees, I began to finally understand what made mountain biking special. Yes, it requires a lot of patience, and sure, getting bounced around doesn’t feel natural, but as I raced down a dirt path … Continue reading →

Music Monday: The Road.

Posted on May 13, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Artist: Frank Turner Song: The Road Favorite Lyrics: So saddle up your horses and keep your powder dry, because the truth is you won’t be here long, soon you’re going to die. To the heart, to the heart, there’s no … Continue reading →

Music Monday: The Fear.

Posted on May 6, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Artist: Ben Howard Song: The Fear Favorite Lyrics: I’ve been worryin’ that we all, live our lives, in the confines of fear.

You Belong Somewhere You Feel Free.

Posted on May 2, 2013 by The World Wanderer

I know it isn’t Music Monday, but there is a song that I just wanted to share with you all. It isn’t brand new, but it is to me, since I heard it for the first time this weekend. Sitting … Continue reading →

Music Monday: Little Numbers.

Posted on April 29, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Artist: Boy Song: Little Numbers Favorite Lyrics: Watch the sky change to a darkened blue, I can’t think of another thing to do and every song just makes me think of you.

Five Restaurants: Cape Town.

Posted on April 28, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Cape Town, South Africa is a city full of restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. After traveling through Africa for twenty-one days from Zimbabwe down to South Africa, it was nice to rest my head for a few days in the Mother … Continue reading →

Interview for Marco Polo Travel Magazine.

Posted on April 27, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Marco Polo Travel Magazine is a beautiful digital magazine full of insightful articles and stunning photos. I encourage you to download the app for free onto your i-Pad, especially because this month, their featured blogger is none other than yours … Continue reading →

Rest and Relaxation at Mirror Lake Inn.

Posted on April 24, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Home to the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympic Games, North America’s second oldest Ironman competition, and the highest peak in New York state, Lake Placid is a town that’s synonymous with adventure. Three weeks ago that was exactly what I … Continue reading →

Music Monday: Lion’s Roar.

Posted on April 22, 2013 by The World Wanderer

Artist: First Aid Kit Song: Lion’s Roar Favorite Lyrics: I’d sit there and look at the deserted lakes and I’d sing and every once in a while I’d sing a song for you that would rise above the mountains and … Continue reading →