Jessie Voigts's Blog, page 47
May 9, 2023
Brooke Small: #TeachAbroadBecause ... It’ll expand your world
Brooke Small is a world traveler who has lived abroad on and off for the past five years, spending time in Australia, Mexico, and Guatemala, as well as traveling to multiple other countries. She has done everything under the sun to fund her traveling lifestyle from studying abroad, working holiday visas, and volunteering. She currently teaches English online while building her own automated online business that will allow her to step back from teaching, fund her l...
May 8, 2023
How to Make Guacamole with Nachos
If you're a fan of Mexican cuisine, you must have tasted guacamole at some point in your life. This creamy and savory dip is made from ripe avocados, tomatoes, onions, and lime juice.
It is a perfect appetizer or snack that goes well with nachos, chips or any other finger food. In the following lines, we will share an easy to follow recipe to prepare the best guacamole with nachos.
2 ripe avocados
1 medium-sized tomato, diced
1/2 red onion, diced
1 lime...
Travel with Awe and Wonder: The Asheville Brew
This summer, my husband and I undertook a move. A relocation from Massachusetts to Arizona has been undertaken by others, no doubt. We decided to make things a little more interesting than a direct route. We headed north. Our circuitous route is winding us through Newfoundland, Portugal, and North Carolina. When one would think to take the southerly route from the Carolina’s to Arizona in the winter months, we will make Bugs Bunny’s famous right turn at Albuquerque to g...
Top Ten Things to Do on Isla Holbox...and How to Get There
At only 26 miles long, Mexico's Isla Holbox is a small treasure chest packed with goodness. This island is filled with special moments: colorful sunrises and sunsets, waves and calm waters, beaches and sandbars, and an abundance of wildlife.
In fact, Isla Holbox is part of the Yum Balan Nature Preserve, and is one of the very best places to bird watch in Mexico.
We recommend taking the ferry from Chiquila to Holbox. T...
May 1, 2023
Through the Eyes of an Educator: The Climb, The Awakening, The Comeback—Learning to Embrace the Journey
“I can almost see it, that dream I’m dreaming
But there’s a voice inside my head saying you’ll never reach it
Every step I’m taking, every move I make feels lost with no direction
My faith is shaking, but I, I gotta keep trying, gotta keep my head held high” - The Climb, Miley Cyrus
The real-life Hannah Montana has a new docu-series on Disney+. Miley Cyrus’ The Climb shares the story of her journey from then to now. While the double life of a teenage superstar is her s...
Crypto Futures Trading vs Margin: Ultimate Comparison
What is margin trading, and how does it work? First, let's figure out what is ...
April 25, 2023
Financial Preparation Tips for Students Studying Abroad
Studying abroad can be an inspirational, transformational, and incredible experience. It’s a chance to tap into resources and classes you may not be able to find close to home, experiment with your independence, and even learn from new cultures and people. However, if you choose to study away from the comfort of your hometown, there’s a good chance you’ll have extra expenses to consider too.
Depending on where you choose to pursue your education, the cost of li...
April 21, 2023
Creating Meaningful and Lasting Memories during Trips with Your Kids
If you are wondering about how to create meaningful and lasting memories during trips with your kids, you are already heading in the right direction. Simply by asking the question, you are not assuming that what would be fun for you would also be fun for your offspring.
A doctor of mine once said that when they’re young, your children follow you in your travels, but as they get older, you start to follow them.
It gave me pause at the time, but it was not too ...
April 20, 2023
Read This: 100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die
You think you know a place well...and then a book comes along that greatly expands your knowledge! Such is the case with a new travel guide about Lansing, Michigan - our state capitol! 100 Things to Do in Lansing Before You Die, written by Amy Piper and published by Reedy Press, is a meticulously researched treasure chest that is a must-read for anyone heading to (or living in!) the area. It's SO MUCH FUN.
I love this book for many reasons: the mix of old and new...
April 17, 2023
Music for Seasons of Change
In the northern hemisphere, spring is coming on; to the south of the globe, it is autumn. Both of those are seasons of change, and seasons of resilience. Seasons in which noticing and exploring changes in nature can help one’s perspective on changing and shifting times.
Music to go along with these ideas:
Lauren MacColl is a musician, a fiddle player, and composer from the north of Scotland. You’ve met her music here before.
When she’s not involved in her music, Lauren...
