• about
    • City Guides
    • Tips and Tricks
    • Work with Me
    • shop

    round trip travel and lifestyle blog

    Round Trip Roundup: SEPTEMBER

    October 4, 2018

    As crazy of the beginning of the semester, there’s nothing like routine for a type A gal like me.  Settling into my new home has been so sweet with fantastic roommates and cozy space.  Some people crave excitement, and while I do too, I take such pleasure in the daily processes like my morning routine of making my bed and journaling each morning.  Looking back on the month, here’s my top 5:

    1. Taylor Swift’s Reputation Tour

    There’s nothing like belting out “Blank Space” with your sisters in a stadium with thousands of other fans.  This month I went to Taylor Swift’s Reputation Tour, and although it’s not my favorite album of hers (Fearless forever!), I enjoyed her high-energy show.  But my favorite part of the show was seeing a darling old gent movin’ and groovin’ just a few rows behind me, and this spirited veteran ended up making the news.

    2. Book redesign

    In 2017, I published my first book, 40 Ways to Travel Better.  I reached out to graphic designer Cat Reifschneider (@catdrawingthings) to help me redesign my book and update its look.  Coming soon!

    Processed with VSCO with a6 preset

    3. Weekend getaway

    It doesn’t have to be far, but getting away can be just what you need to reset.  This month I went on a retreat to the middle of nowhere in Missouri.  It was lovely to connect with friends and go canoeing on the little pond.

    4. The wanderlust is real

    I’m counting down the days till my next trip, and Abby’s 9-month journey across the world isn’t helping me be patient.  Plans are in the works for a trip to Europe in January, and I’m really having a hard time not thinking about that fact on the daily.

    5. Thoughts on imperfection

    This September saw immense growth, specifically in the realm of realizing the depths of my perfectionism.  I put so much pressure on myself to be the best at everything and be the perfect friend and family member, but it’s exhausting.  It’s incredibly draining and just impossible.  I hate admitting failure or even just not meeting expectations I set for myself.  I’ve posted on Wednesday mornings consistently for over two years now, and this month, I missed one.  (It went up the following day!)  As small as that may seem to you, fear of not measuring up paralyzes to me, and as odd as it may sound, it was actually healthy and therapeutic to take a break.  Where do you need to give yourself grace this month?

    I hate how fast time is moving, and the changing leaves only remind me of how temporary this life is.  Here’s to savoring every last moment of this month.

    Author Signature

    Share with a friend & save for a future adventure!

    • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
    • Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)
    • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
    • Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)
    • Click to print (Opens in new window)
    0 Leave a Comment

    My Fave Finds

    Previous What the World Race Gap Year is Really Like
    Next Travel Needn’t Be So Posh

    You might also like:

    Gratitude: Challenge & Choice Part 1

    Understanding Growth in Retrospect by Round Trip Travel

    Understanding Personal Growth in Retrospect

    How to Use Pinterest for Blogging

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Primary Sidebar

    Bonjour

    Hi, I'm Kristin. I'm a content creator living and working in southern France. You can find me planning my next weekend trip, sharing my best expat trips and sipping iced coffee.
    learn more about my story

    Ad

    Bienvenue

    Hey there, I'm Kristin, a Missouri girl living and working in southern France. I love planning weekend trips, sharing my best expat tips and sipping iced coffee.

    Categories

    Copyright © 2023 round trip
    Theme by SheShoppes
     

    Loading Comments...