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August On & Off Instagram

by Linda Nguyen on September 10, 2014April 13, 2016 in Diary, Travel

In August, I had a photo-taking meet up with a friend. We chased the light around downtown Austin and snapped photos to hone and practice our skill. It was during… [Continue Reading]

Biltmore Estates

by Linda Nguyen on July 18, 2014July 27, 2014 in Photography, Travel

I was invited to a wedding in a small town in North Carolina and used that opportunity to drive in and out of North Carolina three times to visit South… [Continue Reading]

Having Adventures Without Traveling

by Linda Nguyen on April 10, 2014 in How-Tos, New Thing(s) of the Week, pursuit of happiness, Travel

Some time ago a nomadic soul who recently planted roots asked me how I managed to keep the explorer in me fulfilled when I’m not traveling. There are infinite amount… [Continue Reading]

Grand Canyon

by Linda Nguyen on March 19, 2014May 14, 2015 in Photography, Travel

I usually plan my trips around metropolitan destinations. However, I hadn’t spent time with Ashley Riordan, Nicole, and Ashley D as a foursome since we went to Vegas almost two… [Continue Reading]

2013 in Review

by Linda Nguyen on December 30, 2013May 27, 2014 in Lists, Memories

It was a monumental year. I turned the dreaded Thirty, ended a long term relationship, fell in love with Paris, and faced tiny and giant fears. January I rang in… [Continue Reading]

A Weekend Traveling On My Own

by Linda Nguyen on November 5, 2013February 12, 2016 in Resolutions / Goal Tracking, Travel

Yesterday I was telling you that I was probably going to fail my traveling resolution for the first time in three years. A day after predicting the failure, I booked… [Continue Reading]

Friday 7 Quick Takes (145)

by Linda Nguyen on September 13, 2013March 18, 2015 in Diary

1. This week on Totes Awesome Channel, we’re chatting about something we did despite our fears. Youtube Link 2. I ordered a vegetable spiral slicer and I cannot wait to… [Continue Reading]

Portland: International Rose Test Garden

by Linda Nguyen on July 15, 2013April 13, 2016 in Diary, Travel

International Rose Test Garden 400 S W Kingston Ave Portland, OR 97255 (503) 823-3636 One thing I learned about Portland from my recent stay is that the city strives to… [Continue Reading]

Friday 7 Quick Takes (vol 136)

by Linda Nguyen on July 12, 2013March 18, 2015 in Diary, Memories, Travel

1. This week on Totes Awesome Channel, we’re chatting about small talk. I actually love small talk but I’m not sure if I’m any good at it! Regardless, I never… [Continue Reading]

May on Instagram

by Linda Nguyen on June 12, 2013April 13, 2016 in Diary, Travel

May was by far my favorite month of 2013. Follow along on Instagram!

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Linda Nguyen is a Texas Native who recently moved to North Carolina. She’s a blogger and photographer and loves eating noodles. This is her personal blog. She also writes a food blog.

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