Category Archives: Philosophy

What I believe and why I believe it; thoughts on life

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Posted on July 26, 2011 by tsraveling

As many of you already know, one of the ways I support my travel addiction and vagabondish lifestyle is by developing iPhone applications. We all have to earn a living, and as far as it goes, iPhone development gives me … Continue reading →

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The Actually Quite Pleasant Lightness of Being

Posted on April 15, 2011 by tsraveling

Yesterday I sold my bed. Today, I sold my sofa, my keyboard and amp, and my kitchen chairs. At some point next week, I’ll be packaging up my books for storage and selling or giving away the rest of what … Continue reading →

Posted in Philosophy, Travel | Tagged lifestyle, lightness, moving, packing, rtwsoon | 3 Comments

The Problem with Travelers

Posted on February 28, 2011 by tsraveling

It’s always easy to make fun of the tourists. You know who they are — those people in shorts and fanny packs, shifting near-sighted, slightly confused looks between guide books and famous landmarks, loudly reading descriptions verbatim from the book … Continue reading →

Posted in Philosophy, Travel | Tagged bragging rights, checklist, nomad culture, Travel | 4 Comments

The Art of Slow Travel

Posted on February 7, 2011 by tsraveling

My first international solo trip lasted for three months. Even with that much time, I still often found myself rushed, trying to make it to the next city or country before the inevitable turnaround and flight home. I passed up … Continue reading →