Travel Hacks You Haven't Heard

There is a taboo on packing.

 But I believe that with the proper system packing can be completely stress free. When we have to pack our 21st century instinct is to hop online (like you are now) and discover all the possible ways to make it easier. But if you are like me and you've heard all the hacks before and are looking for something new I give you... TRAVEL HACKS YOU HAVEN'T HEARD!

1. TRAVEL BOOK

This little book should contain your airline login information, your flight conformation code, the number for you to call if your credit/debit card is stolen, etc. Keep it in writing. You never know what is going to happen to your phone. 

 

2. INFORMATION CARD

1 of these in every piece of luggage. What if you loose a bag? What if your luggage tag gets ripped off and they cannot locate you to return it? Keep this card INSIDE a pocket of your bags.

3. CHARGERS

The easiest thing to forget as they are often in the wall. Sharpie a checklist on a see-through bag to confirm they are all in there before you move to your next destination.  

How to do gluten free on Guam

               

For almost 2 years I have been gluten free due to an autoimmune disorder called Celiac disease. I wrote an article for the Pacific Daily News about being gluten free here on Guam. Read it here.

Smoothie Bowl

The secret to any smoothie is FREEZING ALL YOUR FRUIT!

I never use ice in my smoothies, it waters them down and I don't get the consistency I want.

In this recipe you can use any fruit combination but I used:

INGREDIENTS:

• FROZEN bananas
• FROZEN blueberries
• milk
• whole almonds

Toss these in the blender, add bananas/blueberries until you have the consistency you want.

Crush almonds and slice bananas to top smoothie and you are done!

Frozen Watermelon Pop

Simply cut your melon, stick a popsicle stick in, wrap it, and put it in the freezer. A few hours later BAM! Healthy, refreshing, fun snack!

A Hobby Turned Passion

Costume design and creation is, to me, the highest form of art. It moves, it breathes, it's very much a living art form. I am happiest when I'm wearing something I've poured time and thought into.

Let her sleep, for when she wakes she will move MOUNTAINS.

Sometimes babysitting looks like this

Babysitting takes me all kids of places, but never on a boat ride to a secluded beach. I spent the day swimming, playing, and collecting sea shells with the two kids I work with. Home-schooling allows me to have a flexible schedule and the freedom to do these kinds of things. So I 'll just keep collecting experiences and meeting new people. It seems to be working pretty well for me.

Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway

 I took a deep breath (hyperventilated, procrastinated, made excuses) and dove in!

 I have a huge fear of the ocean and when you live on an island it's kind of in the way. I can swim and everything but if I can't touch the ground I flip. So during the weekend I felt the fear and did it any way. Snorkeling, swimming, and banana boating. Once I got the fear out of the way it was almost impossible to get me out of the water. It reminded me not to let fear get in the way of a great opportunity and neither should you. Feel the fear and do it anyway. 

Airport Adventures | Leaky Con 2014

Bucket List item 1

THE UNIVERSAL GLOBE!!!!!!!!!! Number 1 on my bucket list was checked off this summer when I traveled 8,244.4 miles via plane to Orlando, Florida and stepped through the gates of Universal Studios theme park. The whole experience was one I will never forget. As a film enthusiast Universal Studios was a dream come true. Dream big people!

An afternoon in LA

                                                                                                                    

                                           
                                                                               

                                                                                                                                               

We spent our Sunday afternoon touring Hollywood Boulevard and had lunch at Mel's diner. Mel's was such a great experience and I checked alot of things off my bucket list.

Airport adventures!

After a 3 hour flight to Japan and a 10 hour flight to LA, we are on solid ground!

The final countdown!

We are on our way to the airport!

DIY "Text Tank"

 

A tank I made for my departure from home. 1 more day till VACATION!!!! 

DIY Star Spangled Converse

 

My new favorite shoe!