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The Asia I Thought I Knew: Lessons from Busan

Middle school created a very inaccurate picture in my mind of what Asia was like. I’m a little embarrassed to admit it now, but I thought Asia was the aesthetic playground of gothic eleven-year-olds who wore striped socks from The Addams Family and studded bracelets, lived on a diet of instant ramen, and only watched…

Bosnia and Herzegovina: Thirty Years After the War

Tucked beside one of Eastern Europe’s most popular tourist destinations — Croatia — is a country that rarely makes anyone’s bucket list. Not so tourist-friendly. Less picturesque. And, as I would soon learn, a history that still drives the country to this day. My friend Morghan and I decided it was time for another trip…

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Welcome to The Wonderland Journal, my curious corner of the internet dedicated to sharing my trinkets of wisdom. Here, I invite you to join me on a journey of intentionality and finding the goodness in life around us. In May of 2026, I’ll begin the Pacific Crest Trail. Walk with me and let’s see where the trail takes us!

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