Category Archives: Travel Diary

Things I’ve learned after traveling and living abroad for nearly two years.

I stumble upon lists of wonderful insights and growth nomads have experienced while on the road. I’ve experienced some of these things too. I’ve also learned lessons (some hard) and had some challenges along my nomadic journey. It is best … Continue reading

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Leaving NorCal, I ran into a friend

As my mom dropped me off at the Downtown Oakland BART Station, I started crying. As I gathered my bags, my eyes just started gleeking uncontrollably. I’ve never cried like that leaving northern California; not at 18 or anytime since. … Continue reading

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Fantastic travel writing: The Shining

Just sitting at the Beijing airport reading one of my favorite travel books again. hehe I spent three hours in Beijing last night. It was nothing like I expected. Everyone was friendly. I got many stares. I also got many … Continue reading

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Primal Spirit Foods Jerky in Daegu!

I was pretty excited to discover Primal Spirit Foods Jerky (one of my favorite snacks) on the shelves of one of my favorite hangouts in Daegu, Buy the Book Cafe. The owner’s favorite flavor is Thai Peanut, so that’s what … Continue reading

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Monk Jam Session

While walking through the metro station courtyard today, I heard 80s techno pop through my headphones. I looked up and this monk had just started his jam session. I don’t know what he’s singing, but I like to pretend it’s … Continue reading

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