by Alex Schmidt | Jan 31, 2018 | Croatia, Dubrovnik, Croatia
Whenever I’m asked about why I chose Dubrovnik, I end up narrating the same sensational monologue from start to finish. I could never find the right words to describe the carefree, yet often chaotic, way of life that keeps me coming back. It dawned upon me when...
by Alex Schmidt | Dec 31, 2016 | Dubrovnik, Croatia
I think I can speak for almost everyone in that 2016 was one chaotic year. For me, 2016 was a turning point in my life. It wasn’t a year of smooth sailing, which I take as a sign of taking some major leaps. I hit some milestones, like graduating college, kissing my...
by Alex Schmidt | Jul 27, 2016 | Dubrovnik, Croatia
The developing story of an American turned Mermaid. Somehow almost a month has passed since I left the life I used to know behind. Within that short period of time, I’ve had some ups and downs and now seem to have reached an equilibrium. I’ve felt a sense of...
by Alex Schmidt | Jul 11, 2016 | Dubrovnik, Croatia
It’s hard to pack for a trip when you don’t know when you’re coming back. I first rid myself of 60 percent of my possessions, and threw the rest of my clothes and miscellaneous items into two suitcases and a small bag. I left my home, family, and friends in America. I...
