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The Dangers Of Being An Island Know-It-All

There are many unexpected things you'll encounter when you move to a rock. Wildlife that possesses the power to rouse you from a deep slumber in the wee hours of the night. (Donkeys? Roosters? Creepy...Read More

You Moved To An Island, Congrats! Now Shut Up

Ah...air travel. The bane of every Island Girl's existence. Okay, maybe not every Island Girl hates flying, but I do. Not because I am afraid of being up in the air - I'm not. It...Read More

There Are No Mistakes, Only Choices

Two weeks away from one's daily routine is truly good for the soul. Even more important than reconnecting with family and friends, you have a chance to really unplug and do some solid introspection -...Read More

When Your Heart Lives In Two Places

I caught a glimpse of Mt. Rainier recently. Not in a photograph, but in real life. Lucky enough to return to Seattle for the first time in way too long, I was blessed with the...Read More

The Truth About Going Home

I've written a lot about rock fever - that inevitable affliction that hits most (all?) Island Girls at some point. The one that has you lamenting your relocation to a floating oasis of endless sunshine...Read More

The Seven Commandments For Island Girls

One thing that connects most Caribbean islands (besides the incredible weather) is a strong religious influence. You probably won't notice it while visiting on a casual vacation or day in port. But once you live...Read More