FAQs

Where are you from?

I’m originally from the great state of Kansas (please no Dorthy or Wizard of Oz jokes).  But, I’ve been known to answer this same question with responses of Louisiana or Houston as well.  I’ve lived in Louisiana and Houston each for a very significant amount of time, so I feel like they are a part of me as well.

Did you go to college?

Yes, a few times.  To be honest, I took the scenic route but I eventually finished.  I went to school, left school, worked, went back to school and etc. (you get the picture).  I have a bachelor of science degree in psychology with a minor in business administration from the University of Houston.  I also have an associate’s degree in general studies from McNeese University. Go Coogs and Geaux Pokes!

What did you do before blogging?

I did everything from retail buying to working in the financial industry.  But my last gig was a Sales Director for an international speciality sports brand.

What is your bravest moment?

Walking away from corporate America to travel the world for 1 year. Read more about me quitting my job and doing brave sh*t here.

What is your proudest moment?

Besides successfully avoiding checked bag fees? I buckled down and paid off $30K of debt in a little over 1 year. Annnnnnd I continued to save money at the same time. Boom!

Who takes your pictures?

Oooooh, that’s the great mystery.  To be honest, anyone and everyone (within a certain radius) and myself takes my pictures.

In the beginning, when my blog was fashion based, I worked with a photographer.  But as my blog and vision evolved to travel, having a photographer on location isn’t always feasible or cost effective.  So I began a combination of taking my own pictures (via tripod and remote) and asking complete strangers or friends to help a sista out.  I set my camera then kindly communicate to them (stand here, shoot from this angle and etc) what I’m looking for in the shot.  80% of the time the picture comes out great.  And as for the other 20%, as long as I’m actually in the frame and in focus, I can usually edit and clean up in Lightroom.

How do you pack for your trips?

Would you believe that I’m a carry-on girl?  Majority of the time I prefer to carry-on but from time-to-time I will check a bag.  You’d be surprised how much I can get into a carry-on suitcase and a backpack. 

I hope I was able to answer all of your questions.  Still have a question that wasn’t answered above? No worries.  Just leave your question in the comments below and I’ll be happy to answer.

-xoxo Melissa