When I began The Wanderita, I knew I wanted to interview Becky. I met her in college and for as long as I've known her, she's been a freelance photographer. After college, she grew that business and now you'll find her all over the Pacific Northwest; snapping weddings, graduation photos, and engagement shoots. This interview … Continue reading Seattle-Based Photographer, Becky Gmahling
Can you do New York City in a weekend? If you must! I did it this past weekend when my friend and I wanted to limit how many vacation days we were taking. It was beautiful, exciting, sleep-depriving, and I would whole-heartedly do it again if I got the opportunity (like, next week?). Here's my … Continue reading City Guide: A Weekend in New York City
"Why is she so BIG?" I was watching a movie with Woman X. As Actress Y entered stage left, those were the words that left her mouth. Instead of laughing at Actress Y's entering line, commenting on the or even...I don't know...paying attention to the movie whatsoever, Woman X decided to stop all things to comment on … Continue reading Wellness To Me: Taking Action Against Body Shaming
♪ ♫ Oh babay youuuu, you've got what I need. But you say he's just a friend, you say he's just a friend...OH BAB BAY YOUUUU ♫ ♪ For any Palermo-ite, you know Calle Gorriti {pronounced Cay-jjjjay Gore-eat-ee} is more than just a friend. Calle Gorriti satisfies your every craving; your every want; every lust, longing, yearning. If you're Buenos-Aires-bound anytime soon, scribble down … Continue reading Gorriti: You’ve Got What A Foodie Needs
Preface: Within this post is my promise to you. And, just like all those "post this now or your sister will die tomorrow" sort of spams, I am begging you to not read any further, unless you are willing to accept the responsibility that comes with it. And that responsibility is this: upon reading this … Continue reading Shedding My Shame {And Daring You To Shed Yours}
1. Cooking a Romantic Dinner Because then the power went out, the kitchen became hot as the devil's inferno, and what was supposed to be a cute date night turned into my personal rendition of Paul Newman in the chaingang {you know...Cool Hand Luke? when he's all sweaty? ...get it...?} 2. La Fiesta de la … Continue reading 7 Good Ideas That Proved to be Bad Choices This Week
I've been prettyfreakinlucky in life. Ever since I got a hold of myself and got it together (well..that is to say, more together than before, but there's always room for improvement), I've fallen into the right circles. Whether it's been through job experiences, friends, internships, university, traveling, or otherwise, I've met the most interesting of … Continue reading How Sushi, Charades, & Sorority Girls Reminded Me How to LIVE
1. I will have nightmares. I'll dream I drown someone in kool-aid. I'll dream my mom dies, and I'm forced to attend her funeral even though I can't find my right shoulder, nor my left hand to wear to the ceremony. I'll dream my brother drives me to McDonald's, buys a Big Mac, and does … Continue reading 7 Things {I have no control over} That Will Happen on the Night of the Luna Llena
If you haven't figured it out by now, all I do in Buenos Aires is eat! Tuesday night, my future-personal-chef-when-I'm-rich-and-famous friend Chiara made an amazing cena for friends and her visiting mum. Below are the deliciioussss highlights {disclaimer: mouth may water} {Earnest Ernest} {very happy diners with the chef} {first things first . . . vino!} {all the love … Continue reading A Moveable Feast
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