Travel Tales: A Roadside Encounter That Sparked Friendship

Life on the Road Chronicles

A spring break detour from I-55 to meet a roadside camel led to an astonishing, decades-long friendship with her 79-year-old owner. What started as a class photo project evolved into a deeply personal travel narrative.

In late 2014, I embarked on a backpacking journey through Central and South America, launching this blog as a side endeavor. Now, as I celebrate the blog's 10-year milestone, it has transformed into a thriving business. For the full story of its evolution, keep reading.

At 7:07 a.m. in Luang Prabang's morning market, the aroma of charcoal fills the air alongside the rhythmic chopping of knives. This entry is part of my Travel Tales series, where I combine narrative storytelling with photography.

In my latest Travel Tales edition, I share snapshots of life from my journeys both near and far. This time, I reflect on visits to my parents' farm in South Carolina and my daily strolls with my dad and his beloved grey tabby, Mo, around the property.

As travel has been central to my life and career, the pandemic brought a wave of gratitude and nostalgia for all the spontaneous adventures I embraced. Each crazy idea and solo trip has left its mark.

After months of stillness, waves of nostalgia hit hard. I feel immense appreciation for all my past travels and wanted to reveal the stories (and camera settings) behind five of my favorite travel photos. These tales range from the humorous to the embarrassing. Explore all the details in the post!