About 30 minutes into our 12-hour flight from Tokyo to D.C., flight attendants made their rounds with the routine drinks and snacks. Instead of pretzels, we were supplied with an “oriental mix” consisting of sesame sticks and dried wasabi peas. I cozied into my airplane seat, reclined the few inches it allowed, and was just … Continue reading The Mile High Scare
How Dancing Could Save the World
I am convinced that musicians have secret powers, especially the sneaky cover bands that jam to all your favorite songs. They may seem laid back and casual, but they are diligently weaving a web of united strangers. You have to get there early to really see the magic progress throughout the night. Around 8 o’clock, … Continue reading How Dancing Could Save the World
What No One Tells You About Traveling
Traveling tends to be romanticized, especially in our present time when social media only beckons the ‘good stuff.’ There’s a misconception that it’s always carefreeness, always wide-toothed grinning, always the act of finding yourself and the answers to life in a light and peaceful way. Although those are huge components, there’s an unpopular truth that … Continue reading What No One Tells You About Traveling
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