Feel at home no matter where you go
Who owns your 9-to-5? (And who owns YOU?) I recently had a thought provoking conversation with a colleague. He mentioned his wife reaching a state of burnout. This has occurred in the The post Are You Okay, Man? Notes on Burnout, Autonomy, and Golden Handcuffs appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Sometimes we end up visiting places we would not have intentionally sought out because we say yes to the unexpected, whether it’s to visit friends and family or to take advantage of The post 10 Underrated, Budget-Friendly Family-Friendly Destinations in the US appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
File this one under Stupid Shit Kids Do. The year: 1996. The trip: 2 week road-trip around Europe, in the car, National Lampoon style. Let me set the scene for you: The post #tbt Ashley Wuz Here, or Why My Dad Didn t Speak to Me for 2 Days in Paris appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Let me ask y all something: On average, how often have you mistyped your own email address when filling out a form or giving it to someone else? On average, how often have The post Schwartau Email Misadventures appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
I have to say that it has been a real mental treat to have so much time off from work, to focus solely on my health. To rest. To listen to my The post Life on the Couch: My Convalescence Activities Journal appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Hey friends and fam! Thanks for following along this medical journey of mine, ha! If you ve missed my previous posts, here ya go: hip dysplasia and the reason for this whole situation, The post Ashley s 2nd Surgery + Post Op Experience appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
I switched away from Goodreads over to Storygraph this year. I ve been meaning to make the move for a few years, but it was tough to give up a platform that I ve The post 2026 Book Reviews [Updated throughout the year] appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Well, it s one week after I went under the knife. Generally, Im feeling pretty good, considering what was done to me. Yes, there s a lot of pain and discomfort, and yes, it The post 1 week post-op appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
On April 14, I will be undergoing a PAO surgery. Wait, what? Yeahhh. I will be having corrective hip surgery and will be taking 12 weeks off of work to focus on The post Ashley s 2026 Hip Adventure: PAO Surgery appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Do not sleep on Nashville s Lane Motor Museum! When my father-in-law visited this past spring, we decide to play tourist in our own town and go somewhere none of us had ever The post My Honest Review of the Lane Motor Museum in Nashville appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Pau’s final week in America did not look like the one we had planned, but it will certainly be memorable! Welcome to Icepocalypse 2026 Every year, Nashville seems to get hit by The post Icepocalypse 2026 Photo Journal appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
We didn’t have much big travel this past year (check out my 2025 Travel Recap post), only traveling domestically, usually for fast overnight mini-adventures. This was the case for two big reasons: The post Our biggest adventure of 2025: Hosting a foreign exchange student appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Southeastern South Dakota offers a charming vacation alternative to its well-known attractions. The area, particularly Harrisburg, blends modernity with history, making it perfect for family trips. Visitors should explore local parks, community gardens, and participate in authentic experiences like the Granite Threshing Bee, while enjoying unique dining options away from typical chains. The post…
Within our friend group here in Nashville, we gave each other call signs. Justin is Dough Boy (our personal baker) and they called me Spider. Now, y all know Im an arachnophobe so The post My work trip to Chicago: a photojournal appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
I love data. Fitbit stats, banking transactions, attendance rates on my learning sessions at work. I like knowing the hard facts to make data-driven decisions instead of relying on gut feelings. So The post Travel Hacking 2025: The Real Numbers Behind Our Adventures appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
Do y’all remember when the internet was fun? Strong Bad. Livejournal. The End of the World. Chat rooms and geocities sites. Web comics and personal blogs. It was a place to find The post Do y all remember when the internet was fun? appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
The family hosted foreign exchange student Pau, an avid basketball fan, and surprised him with tickets to a Memphis Grizzlies game. Their mini-adventure included exploring downtown Memphis, the Peabody Hotel Duck March, enjoying BBQ, and visiting the largest Bass Pro Shops. The trip was filled with joyful memories and bonding experiences. The post Mini-Adventure to Memphis: Our first NBA game!…
Lake Okoboji in Iowa offers an affordable Midwest beach getaway, featuring clear blue waters, family resorts, and a nostalgic amusement park atmosphere. The area boasts distinct towns like Arnolds Park, with local dining options and activities, making it an ideal spot for family vacations filled with classic fun and memories. The post Summer Nostalgia at Lake Okoboji: The Easy Guide to an…
January Reads Favorite all around: I KNOW HOW SHE DOES IT. Gave me a LOT to think about in terms of time management, something I feel like I thrive at, and work-life The post 2025 Book Reviews appeared first on No Place Like Anywhere .
The recent family trip to South Dakota and Iowa was memorable, particularly as the child was old enough to enjoy and remember the experiences. Highlights included visiting Sioux Falls, Harrisburg, the annual Threshing Bee in Iowa, and Arnold’s Park amusement park. The trip emphasized family bonding and the joy of shared adventures. The post Revisiting South Dakota and Iowa: A Photo Journal…