Born and raised in Los Angeles, I never imagined living anywhere else. But when a college mentor encouraged me to study abroad, I said yes—and spent six months in Istanbul, Turkey. That experience changed the way I see the world, creativity, and myself.
Now, 46 countries later, I’ve learned that travel is rarely just about the destination. It’s about movement, perspective, and the quiet ways we grow along the way.
SimplyComplicated is a collection of reflections, stories, and creative moments inspired by travel, beauty, and becoming. A space to slow down, notice more, and create freely.
Because sometimes the journey changes you long before you realize you’ve arrived.