October Mornings

Social media is one of those things that can bring joy, take joy, and make you feel like you are behind in life.

It's not my intention to be shady so I hope this post isn't received that way. This is simply me sharing my experience discharge planning.

After four years of travel social work, I’ve finally put my suitcases in the closet and accepted a permanent role.

I'd like to think of this post as my "monthly reset."

Every year many people start the year fresh and put everything from the previous year behind them. But, what if the reality is you are unhappy with the way the new year started?

I truly believe you can date successfully as a travel social worker. Now, I’ll admit — I had already been in my relationship for about a year and a half before I started traveling for work, so my perspective may be a little different. And if you know anything about me, you know I was previously an online dating coach. I eventually dissolved that business because of time zone challenges…but that’s beside the point. The real point is this: I love love and if you want it, I b

Fall, October 2025. There’s a chill in the air, and the crispness makes me want to cozy up by a fire and melt my troubles away. The leaves have changed colors, and rain is starting to fall from the sky. What could possibly make this moment any better? A beautifully scented fall candle, a warm cup of cocoa, and smooth jazz music. This is the scene I like to set when I burn my Autumn Chai candle by Thicck Wick Candles . Every scent from their fall line fills me with warmth a

Initial assessments. Lack of resources. Angry patients. Upset families. Meetings. Deadlines. Housing crisis . Stress, stress, stress! The last thing I want to do after a long day of work is read something that keeps me on edge or spikes my anxiety. That’s why I turn to romance novels. Every year, I make it a goal to “become a reader.” I go all in—buying physical books, subscribing to Kindle Unlimited, and following the latest BookTubers—before it all fizzles out. But this tim

Ding! A new assignment match available! During my time of unemployment, I’ve received this notification every single day. The truth? Travel social work is far from dead . There are countless agencies helping social workers start or continue their travel careers — and plenty of assignments still available across the country. I didn’t plan to step away from travel social work so suddenly (to be fair, I’m still open to accepting local contracts until I secure a permanent role

“Social workers don’t make money.” It’s something many of us hear before we even enter the profession—or early in our careers. In my opinion, social work is one of those fields that’s deeply needed yet often undervalued. In today’s economy, more people are losing their jobs, relying on government assistance, and depending on social workers to step in and save the day. But let’s be honest— social worker does not equal miracle worker. Many employers fail to recognize this reali

If there was only one place I could visit for the rest of my life, it would be Edinburgh, Scotland! My husband and I spent nine magical days galavanting around the city—slipping on cobblestone roads, cozying up in cafés, and being amazed by castle views every single day. Why We Chose Scotland for Our Honeymoon Choosing Scotland for our honeymoon might seem untraditional to some, but we’re adventurous and love a good view. So sitting on a beach or lounging in an overwater bung

The purpose of this blog is usually not to write about work—but here I am, writing about work. For the past four years, I have been a travel social worker. Travel social work has its highs and lows, but the highs make it all worth it. During my time as a travel social worker, I’ve worked in Alaska, moved to California, paid off debt, started investing, and taken some of the most amazing vacations. However, since getting married, I’ve found that I thoroughly enjoy being home

Love is a beautiful thing, especially when you do it right! December 2019, my husband and I matched on Hinge. I don’t know if we thought our little connection would grow into what we have today, but we have officially been married for one month and three days! The Planning Process Wedding planning is so stressful, and our wedding wasn’t without its challenges. Initially, we planned to get married at, Breathless-Adults Only, All Inclusive resort, in Montego Bay, Jamaica. This