MEGAN SUDDARTH / MISSOURIAN READER Oct 21, 2015 For access to the original publication, click here. Everyone always asks you when you’re young, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” As a child, you think you’re supposed to know. As if the answer is set in stone, and something that you overwhelminglyContinue reading “FROM READERS: MU grad reflects on her year abroad as a nanny in Paris”
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Whale Watching & Sailing in Kaikoura & Christchurch
Okay, okay, so I know I’ve left you all hanging for quite some time while I’ve been on my trip but it’s not my fault, I promise! Turns out New Zealand has extremely limited wifi. Whoda thunk. It’s not like they’re like the furthest place in the world from anywhere else or anything.. But it’sContinue reading “Whale Watching & Sailing in Kaikoura & Christchurch”
Abseiling & Black Water Rafting in Waitomo Caves; A True Adventure
Ever wanted to rope down a 50 foot drop into a cave and then go black river rafting and rock climbing? Then Kiwi Cave Rafting in Waitomo Caves has got you covered because this is exactly what I did today and it was phenomenal. Rowena and I had discussed wanting to go caving in someContinue reading “Abseiling & Black Water Rafting in Waitomo Caves; A True Adventure”
Hobbiton – The Shire
TODAY WAS THE BEST DAY EVER. I WENT TO HOBBITON. I SAW THE BEAUTIFUL SHIRE. I WALKED THE PATHS OF BAG END. I can’t believe that I was finally able to go. I remember falling in love with Tolkien when I was just in middle school. Now, here I am, years later and I sawContinue reading “Hobbiton – The Shire”
Two Days in Auckland
So, I’ve safely landed in New Zealand! I landed yesterday at 7am, ready to go. I even slept a whole five hours on the 13 hour flight! Wow (insert small levels of sarcasm here because I’m actually impressed I slept that much.. but also.. that’s not very much)! As per my previous post on jetContinue reading “Two Days in Auckland”
Finding Flights
Continuing with the money and hard work theme from my post a couple days ago, I thought I’d share this awesome article that I found on aworldofcrazy.com all about how to find cheap flights for your adventures. Not only is it hard work just being able to afford to travel, sometimes it’s also hard finding good flightsContinue reading “Finding Flights”
First Step Toward the Next Adventure
As my waiting time for New Zealand was winding down, I decided to do something crazy and have my first adventure right here at home in the U.S. in preparation for the big adventure. I decided to dye my hair pastel purple and pink. Now, this was a huge deal for me. I’d never evenContinue reading “First Step Toward the Next Adventure”
It’s Almost New Zealand Time!
Six months ago I downloaded the app, “Countdown,” and set my countdown for the day I leave for New Zealand to be reunited with my other half. Back then it was almost 200 days until the countdown ended but now here we are, mere days until I take off and I can’t believe it’s finallyContinue reading “It’s Almost New Zealand Time!”
What to do When a Stranger Asks You to Bike Throughout Europe with Him
What would you do if a random stranger emailed you saying he’d just read a travel article you wrote for the paper and then told you he wanted to invite you on a 1,000 mile European bike ride and wanted to know if you’d like to get coffee in a couple days to discuss (Phewwww,Continue reading “What to do When a Stranger Asks You to Bike Throughout Europe with Him”
I’m Back! Just in Time for some New Zealand Updates!
Well, hey there adventurers! I know it’s been quite a while since I’ve been able to post but I’m finally back with many updates for all of you! First off, it’s almost New Zealand time! I absolutely cannot wait for the adventures lying in wait for me. In just a few short weeks, I’ll beContinue reading “I’m Back! Just in Time for some New Zealand Updates!”
The Wandering Sunflower 