The Travel Zen of Cai
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My Michigan Winter Moments
Leaving Schuler’s in the heart of Marshall after lunch with family felt like stepping out of a cozy storybook and into another chapter I hadn’t quite expected. The snow had already begun earlier on our drive into town, light and… Continue reading
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A November Road Trip from D.C. to Michigan
Jumping out of bed in the early hours to hit the road and avoid traffic is never enjoyable, but that’s exactly how our morning began. Thankfully, I had prepared breakfast the night before, so all I had to do was… Continue reading
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It’s That Time of Year Again
It’s that time of the year again when the air feels a little colder, the evenings arrive a little sooner, and you start counting down the days until you can finally go home. Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and… Continue reading
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Must-See Architecture in Washington D.C.: Don’t Miss Out
As I rode the Metro toward Federal Triangle, I caught myself pausing just to take in the station’s architecture. It’s darker than people expect-almost cinematic, like something straight out of an old American movie where the train comes in with… Continue reading
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Experience the Buzzing Weekend Market of Washington D.C.
Living in Capitol Hill, Washington D.C. comes with plenty of perks, but one of my absolute favorites is being just a few minutes away from the weekend market. Every Saturday and Sunday, the quiet streets suddenly wake up. Colorful tents… Continue reading
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Orchid Lovers’ Escape at the United States Botanic Garden
Coming from a tropical place, I’ve seen plenty of flowers in my hometown and in other provinces. When I worked in Thailand, I lived near the Chatuchak Plant Market, where a wide variety of floral species were sold and displayed.… Continue reading
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Green Card in 2 and a Half Months?! My Unexpected Approval Timeline
Almost everyone dreams of visiting America, so finally taking my first step on the land of the free was an overwhelming feeling. For many, it might even feel better than winning the lottery. However, the U.S. is also one of… Continue reading
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When a Husband Goes the Extra Mile
Today felt like the first real taste of what working in the US might be like. I mean, I’m still technically volunteering, but today’s whole routine- waking up early, preparing myself for the day, heading somewhere with a purpose- felt… Continue reading
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Is This Really Me? Meeting the Real Self
Have you ever once stopped midair while you’re about to do something and suddenly asked yourself the question- “Is this really me?”That pause, which came without warning, made you rethink the decision you desperately wanted to carry out just seconds… Continue reading
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We Came in the Same Year, We Left in the Same Year
Sometimes, when I close my eyes, I can still picture the school in Thailand as if I were standing there again- the sunlight spilling through the open-air corridors, the hum of students echoing from the courtyard, and the faint smell… Continue reading