I graduated college after a severe traumatic brain injury.

Things We Forget

By Gentle Witch

Graduated college with a double major

Former federal government employee

  • Plan

    Many travelers underestimate travel distances. What looks close on a map can take hours to reach. Good planning can prevent frustration. What are the biggest mistakes people make when visiting…

  • Explore

    A common mistake is assuming every region is the same. Different areas have their own culture, food, and traditions. Exploring beyond one city can be rewarding. What are the biggest…

  • Some tourists only visit famous attractions and miss local neighborhoods. The character of a country is often found away from the biggest landmarks. What are the biggest mistakes people make…

  • Pictures

    When I was a child, I visited Glacier National Park in Montana with my family. There, there were some oriental people there who were dressed nicely and did not speak…

  • Trip

    Many visitors try to see too much in one trip. A packed schedule can turn a vacation into a race. Leaving room for surprises often leads to the best memories.

  • Sammy

    When visiting my country, some people assume that our entire country lacks critical thinking skills. The fact that some recent politicians were in fact elected by the American people supports…

  • “Freedom”

    One of the biggest mistakes people make when visiting my country is that they assume America is one big party. Unfortunately, it is not always that way, and PLENTY of…

  • 19 Nocturnes (Rubinstein) by Frédéric Chopin

    The song 19 Nocturnes (Rubinstein) by Frédéric Chopin always puts me in a good mood because it is a classical piano piece that sounds nice. What’s a song that always…

  • Christian Trauma

    This memory puts me in a good mood. I was sitting at a bar, and an older woman walked up to me and tried to start talking to me about…

  • Mic Check by Sophie Hunter

    The song “Mic Check” by Sophia Hunter always puts me in a good mood because the lyrics use figurative language in a beautiful way. This song is relatable, and it…