Ireland: Winterfell, Direwolves, and the Iron Throne
July 31, 2016 It’s just before 10:00 am when our van pulls into Inch Abbey. We’re not quite sure why we’re here, except that this is where we’ll be meeting our tour guide. There are seven of us on today’s tour: a couple in their 20s, two Swedish gals, a local father and son who are up to Belfast for …
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A Liminal Stopover in Boston
June 13 – 15, 2016 After a long layover in Quito and a delayed flight into Houston, I’m now sitting in first class on my flight to Boston. I no longer know what time it is, or which time zone I’m in. All that exists is the supremely comfy first class seat and a very solicitous flight attendant who serves …
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Of Boston, Boyfriends, and Emergency Rooms
The moment I stepped off the MAX at the Portland airport, I finally began to feel the excitement of my new lifestyle. Everything that could be done before I left had been done. All that remained now was for me to get on a plane and head to Boston. For those of you not in the know, a bit of …
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