Harvest Days
Have you ever felt like you’re on a movie set? That somehow you've been “beamed up by Scotty”? Just to be clear, I’m not a Trekkie – but that’s exactly how I felt as Will [...]
When Is Enough, Enough?
Am I crazy? I ask myself this question a lot and I keep getting the same answer… but I’ll let you decide. Here I am, sitting in a youth hostel in the middle of Serbia. [...]
Knowing What’s Important Can Land You on Serbian TV (An Exercise)
I had no clue what the Serbian reporter was asking me. Thank goodness Oscar was there to translate the conversation. I met Oscar earlier this spring on CouchSurfing.com when we couldn't find a pet-friendly place [...]
Discipline
Have you ever noticed that as soon as you commit to something, everything that is NOT that thing shows up in spades? For example, say you commit to working on your spare tire or muffin [...]
Are You Speaking a Foreign Language to Your Target Audience?
The view from our apartment balcony, looking toward the Old Town of Dubrovnik. George Bernard Shaw was enchanted by this beautiful city, about which he said, "Those who seek paradise on Earth should come to Dubrovnik and see [...]
My Baby Shower Invite
Before I started writing my first book (available now!), I’d heard people say that writing a book is similar to giving birth. I thought, really? Isn't that a little over dramatic? Obviously due to a [...]
Sour Puss
You know that old expression, “waking up on the wrong side of the bed”? Well, the other day I woke up instantly upset. I contemplated not even getting out of bed. And, truthfully, I didn't [...]
Enjoy Your Stardom
Getting ready for the first shot of the day – Stara Moravica, Serbia You may or may not know I’m a reality TV addict. It’s my guilty pleasure. And here’s the fun news. Recently, I [...]
Winning the Serbian Lottery
Subotica, Serbia (photo: InSerbia News) I had no idea what they were saying, but I was happy. You know those moments when you stop and think to yourself, how did I wind up here? Of [...]
The Prophet on the Train
Who knew my journey from Budapest to Subotica recently would prove to be such a learning experience? From the first lunge of the train, to Andreas storming through my cabin, it was an interesting ride [...]