My first days in Oaxaca

I’m here in beautiful Oaxaca, Mexico, staying in a cute, furnished apartment that I booked sight-unseen, online.

My apartment in Oaxaca for the month of May
My apartment in Oaxaca for the month of May

I really like the apartment and the owners are super-friendly. They also speak English, which helps because my Spanish is elementary. I’ve got a one-bedroom that has everything I need, including wifi. Continue reading “My first days in Oaxaca”

Getting rid of stuff and feeling happy about it

my bags are packed for 6 months in Mexico
Packed for 6 months in Mexico. 1 checked bag, 1 carry-on backpack, 1 smaller carry-on bag.

I’ve always been inspired by stories of people who live with fewer possessions. Now I’m finally doing it. As of tomorrow I will have pruned all my belongings down to what fits in one large rolling suitcase, two backpacks, and a few shelves of papers, photos and tools (stored in the basement of my rented-out condo). Oh, and a duffle bag of winter clothes that I’m leaving with friends in Boston.

Since I’ll be living in Mexico for the next six months, I’m bringing only what I need to work online and live in a furnished apartment with cookware provided. Continue reading “Getting rid of stuff and feeling happy about it”

Why be location-flexible?

You might wonder why I care so much about being “location-flexible.” (living in different locations for a few months at a time) Why not stay in one place?  Here are some reasons: Continue reading “Why be location-flexible?”