I'm always struggling to find a pillow that helps me get a good night's rest. I deal with acid reflux and that means I often can't sleep for more than an hour at a time. This style pillow advertised it would help with my acid reflux symptoms... and it has! I'm able to sleep more and in longer periods.
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Happy World Goth Day! Have a little retail therapy with your fav goth brands today who are offering some discounts and enjoy living your very best life.
My little family has our own family bucket list that includes all the things, travel-related, that we want to do together.
One item on that list: visiting all of the geographical regions.
Our last region we need to visit together is the Middle East. We're planning a 2024 trip, most likely.
Comment with some of your bucket list travel must sees!
Photos: Croatia, Iceland, Zimbabwe, New Zealandx2, Hawaii, Barbados, Puerto Rico, Disneyland
I've had quite a few requests for consulting throughout the years. I've opened up some consulting times that work with my current schedule.
Interested in my assistance? Schedule a consultation first and we'll get started on this partnership. 🙂
Link here: https://geekgirltravel.com/contact/consultation/
My Mother's Day weekend was absolutely perfect and I'm grateful for this little one who made me a mama. And to her sibling who we sadly weren't able to bring into this world, I miss you and I'm grateful for you, too.
Photo by my amazing husband who enjoys watching our shenanigans.
To all the mamas, people who took on the role of mom, and to the mamas who are waiting on their baby, the mamas who lost their baby, or perhaps your baby never came... I love you and I see you.
I'm working on some blogs about my time in Antarctica and I'd love to know what you guys want to read about. Do you have questions about the itinerary I chose? Or perhaps you want to know what I recommend packinging? I also know photography gear is really challenging to fine tune, so would it be helpful to see what I brought? Perhaps you have other questions or concerns I can address?
Let me know in the comments.
Folks have been asking me about where I get my hair done, so I put together a quick video for you. @geeksgetglam does my hair in Austin, TX. She is an award-winning vivids specialist, and she is also such an awesome person.
For maintenance in between visits to see Danielle, i use @overtonecolor. I also limit how much I wet wash my hair. Additionally, I almost always let my hair air dry.
It has always been a dream of mine to set foot on all the continents. At a young age, I made this bucket list that seemed impossible. It included all of these things I wanted to do before I was 40.
The sad truth, though, is I didn't think I'd make it to 40. I created a list of things to accomplish with this understanding that was all the time I had. My mother attempted suicide multiple times before she was 40, and I also had that hopelessness in me. I wasn't sure I'd have the strength to overcome it.
These dreams are part of what has fueled my healing journey. Dreams of travel. Dreams of partnership. Dreams of family.
I used to dream to escape reality, but little by little, as these dreams have come true, I now dream to manifest my future.
Here's to dreaming...and here's to living.
New nails by @pretty_nail_gang. I asked for spoopy Scream, and she delivered. These are extra long, sculpted stilettos. She did encapsulation, hand painting, and sculpted multiple 3D elements, including the Ghostface Kitty and the small gummy bears.
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Language: English is the most commonly spoken language in the Texas, but there isn’t an official language. You’ll also find many individuals who speak Spanish as their native language. Additionally, if you are closer to the Texas/Mexico border, more businesses will do business in Spanish. The third most common language spoken in Texas is Vietnamese.
Currency: The currency in Texas is the US Dollar (USD). Additionally, it’s very common to use a debit or credit card for all purchases, so cash won’t be needed for the most part. ATMs are also fairly common and accessible.
Gratuity: In general, tipping is expected in Texas. Most places will not add gratuity to your bill unless you have a larger party. Gratuity percentage or amount depends on the job being done, but 15-25% has become fairly standard.
Travel Plug Adapter: In the USA the power plugs and sockets are of Type A and B. The standard voltage is 120 V, and the standard frequency is 60Hz.
Side of the Road: Right.
Safety: Texas is generally thought of as a safe place to travel, but like any destination in the USA, use caution and always make sure someone knows your travel plans and itinerary. Texas does have higher than average crime based on comparisons with the entirety of the USA, but it is considered one of the safer states to visit in this part of the country.
Texas
Overview
Texas is where I currently call home and let me tell you, I’ve barely scratched the surface of even Austin, where I live. When they say “Everything is bigger in Texas”, they aren’t kidding. Texas is all about larger than life experiences, personalities, and portion sizes. Texas is also known for extreme weather. You can experience high heats, freezing temps, hurricanes, tornadoes and just about everything in between depending on where you are in Texas. It’s truly a massive state.
From the beautiful hills in the Texas Hill Country to the beaches of Padre Island, Texas is filled with a wide variety of natural beauty, as well as a rich culinary culture with many thanks to the traditions of Mexico combined with inspiration from the many German and Czech immigrants that call Texas home.
Austin, where we live, is all about our motto, “Keep Austin Weird”. If you love music and the arts, you’ll find yourself falling in love with Austin and its charm. We’re also home to world-renowned festivals, such as SXSW and Austin City Limits. And so many delicious food trucks. So many.