Burnt Out And In Korea

** This blog is focused on my own experiences but discusses several general elements of being overly stressed** It is easy in todays 24/7 connected world to become burnt out or overwhelmed with the stress load we face. In Korea the society and current culture is all about the go-go-go, and doing everything as fast … Continue reading Burnt Out And In Korea →

A Tragedy Should Not Be A Political Stance

I have been debating rather to write a post discussing the tragedy of the events that have played out not just in France but around the world in the past 48 hours. As many, I am sure, have seen on their Facebook feeds the world is hurting. The world is in need of prayer. From … Continue reading A Tragedy Should Not Be A Political Stance →

Before You Travel: Taipei

I am so excited to be writing again. There was a crazy week, after our holiday, that required me to focus solely on teaching and my kiddos. Now I am able to start my series on my trip to Taipei. Lessons We Learned: A Brief Summary Of Our Trip It was an exciting trip … Continue reading Before You Travel: Taipei →

Being A Teacher…

Quick Update Hi all! First off, I apologize for the week long silence. If you are part of my Facebook page you would have probably read a quick status about me going on an adventure to Taipei. I decided not to take my computer and was unable to blog. I then came back with a … Continue reading Being A Teacher… →

It Rains On My Parade — Travel Reflection

When traveling things just happen. Here are some very short stories about the struggles.

Its My Domain

Hello everyone! I have some exciting news. As you may have noticed I have changed my domain name. In fact I have bought it. Yep that is right! I am now the proud owner of travelingwithroots.com! You may be asking yourself~ "But why Lisa? Why did you buy a domain name?" The answer to that … Continue reading Its My Domain →

South Korea—Take 2

It has been about 360 days since I first set foot on South Korean soil. I find myself back in Korea about to start another year. Looking back these coming five days between August 10- 16th were super stressful. I was waiting for visa stuff. I was trying to figure out what to bring and … Continue reading South Korea—Take 2 →

Reflection In A Starbucks Cup

I am finally in walking distance to two Starbucks. When I was living in Florida my sister and I would have to make special trips to Starbucks and we always had to drive. It took a gigantic move across the ocean to have the wonderful privilege of living close to a cafe street with a … Continue reading Reflection In A Starbucks Cup →

Sunshine After the Rain

So I might be making up for missing a week with this new blog a day after making a new one. However, I just finished a awesome parent open house at my school. After coming home and contemplating all that has happened so far this school year and all that happened last school year, I … Continue reading Sunshine After the Rain →

The Arrival

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." -Lao Tzu As I walked passed the ticket counter onto the plane I new that those small steps were steps towards a great adventure. I sat next to a nice man who was in Texas on business. He was from Chicago and liked my … Continue reading The Arrival →