While traveling can be fun and exciting, coming back from a trip often is anything but. It can be hard to get back into your routine and catch up on everything missed while you were away. After years of trying to figure out what can make the back-to-reality a bit easier, I’ve come up with some steps I try to take before my trip to make my return home a bit smoother. Here are my top tips:
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Labor Day Weekend in Des Moines & Minneapolis
Over Labor Day weekend Mark and I spent a 3 night/4 day trip in Des Moines, Iowa and Minneapolis, Minnesota.
We started our trip by flying into Minneapolis and driving the three hours to Des Moines, Iowa.
Our Dream Wedding Day – August 21, 2021
Mark and I got engaged in southern Portugal in late October 2019 after three and a half years of dating, part of which was long distance. We were both a stage of life where we were ready to be committed to each other long-term, and Mark was willing to move to the U.S. to be with me.
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Wow! It has been a long time since I’ve written. I had drafted a few posts over the past few months but life got busy and I never finished them. I figured I’d catch everyone up on what I’ve been doing so far this year.
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Safety Tips for Solo Hiking
Hiking is one of my favorite ways to get outdoors and exercise. A long solo hike makes me feel peaceful and in touch with nature. It is, however, important to stay safe while hitting the trails. As an avid hiker, I’ve outlined some of my top tips for staying safe while hiking.
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Noelle Across The Pond 