The photos behind the memoir
Cubicles to Coastlines
A Former Accountant's Journey of Reinvention through Ecuador, Southeast Asia & Australia
At twenty-eight years old, I was living in Los Angeles with my whole life mapped out in front of me.
Only problem was… I didn’t want it.
Follow me on my journey around the world to find adventure and meaning for myself.
The Route
Three years spent volunteering in the rainforest of Ecuador, backpacking through Southeast Asia, living in Bangkok, starting all over again in Australia, and touring through Europe before returning home to California.
Ecuador
One month volunteering at a conservation station deep in the rainforest — the trip that was only supposed to be a test.
Thailand
A whirlwind month of cities, mountains and beaches introduced me to a whole new world.
Cambodia
From genocide memorials to Angkor Wat, volunteer teaching and a Khmer wedding, the connection deepened.
Vietnam
A foodie haven combined with natural splendors helped ease the pain of some challenging moments.
Laos
The slowest, friendliest stretch of the trip — and the place that convinced me I wasn't ready to go home.
Bangkok
Back to the city to build an actual life: a job, an apartment, and a found family that made staying so easy.
Bali
The perfect getaway trip to ring in the New Year with my sister and a friend.
Australia
From waitressing and hostel life to office work and an apartment, new friends made the final chapter so sweet.
Sri Lanka
Quick weekender on my way from Australia to England
Europe
Four to five nights per city on a whirlwind tour of England, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Tunisia, Amsterdam, Germany and Belgium
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