There has always been something deep inside me that has longed to feel free. Growing up, I think I was trying to fit in somewhere. I played almost every sport, signed up for every class I found interesting, fell in love with art and writing, and booked a plane ticket or packed up my Jeep any chance I could get. There is a certain wonder and curiosity about life that has seemed to follow me wherever I go and in whatever I do. In that realm, life has taken me to beautiful places. I've been to more countries around the world than US States. I’ve fallen in and out of love. I’ve battled mental illness and fought my way through it. I’ve learned that Grace will always greet you at your doorstep if you just invite it in. Most recently, I quit my day job and found a teaching position in Madrid, Spain and packed up everything into two suitcases to move to a country I had never been to before. Sure, my life has been a little unconventional so far, but I’d argue to say, that’s where all the good stuff is. I am here because I am learning— I hope you can learn something from being here with me, too.