When Lillie was small, she stood in front of the Colossal Statue of Tutankhamun at the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures at the University of Chicago. She curled her little hands into fists, just like his, and stayed there for what felt like a long, long time.
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom” - Anais Nin
It’s that time of year again: school’s out for summer!
Landscapes, friendships, moments, memories: these are all parts of what helps to keep us grounded through shifting times.
They are part and parcel of the things musicians draw on to create, too.
I love to see educators travel and come back changed (in the BEST possible way!).
Saving a post feels simple. A recipe, a thread, a product review, a travel idea, a joke worth sending later. The button is small, the action is fast, and many users treat bookmarks as a personal shelf inside a social media account.
That shelf is often more private than likes, comments, reposts, or public boards. In many social media apps, other people cannot open a user’s saved folder or see every saved item. That does not mean the saved action disappears from the company running the service.
When Emma was little, we stayed in a cottage that called itself family-friendly. There was a games room. There was a welcome pack with crayons and a coloring book. There was, unmentioned in the listing, a pull-out sofa bed with a mattress so thin you could feel the metal bar through it. Emma was up by 5:30 every morning of the trip. So was I.
After almost two decades of publishing Wandering Educators, I greet every new travel planning tool the same way: with curiosity, and with my suitcase-tested skepticism close at hand.
The question filling my inbox this year?
My answer?
Continuing your education with a college course or degree could be the golden ticket to future opportunities. However, it is now relatively commonplace. So, if you’re planning to walk down this path, it’s vital that you do it in style.
It would be easy to pick the first suitable degree that you discover. In reality, the decision has a huge impact on your life to be anything less than 100% confident. Use the following questions for guidance and you’ll be ready to act with conviction.
A cultural exchange happens when people from different countries or communities come together to share their traditions, stories, art, and everyday life. Whether its through travel, study abroad, joint projects, festivals, or even online collaborations, it helps transform distant cultures into real faces and voices removing prejudices and stereotypes.
Nestled on the picturesque island of Lombok lies an unparalleled escape for travelers seeking both tranquility and adventure. As Lombok continues to rise as a premier tourism destination, discerning visitors are drawn to its pristine beaches and vibrant culture. This article explores how a stay at Qunci Villas enhances the Lombok experience, highlighting the resort's luxurious accommodations, breathtaking natural surroundings, exquisite dining options, and wellness offerings.