Welcome to Halcyon Souls!
Hi, I am so glad that you are here! Welcome to Halcyon Souls Blog.
My name is Allie and this is the first and only post that I will be authoring on this blog. I created this blog because my sister is about to embark on her dream of traveling the world for the next 8+ months. I already live across the country from her, therefore I miss her dearly... and I am struggling with the notion that I won't be able to just call or FaceTime her whenever I want.
That's me on the left and my sister on the right. We're covering our flaws... long story...
So, I persuaded (aka pestered, badgered, annoyed, harassed, pick your synonym) her to start a blog so I, along with her friends and family, could follow along on her amazing journey. As any loving older sister would do, she told me to make the blog myself if I cared that much about it. So here we are.
What's with the name "Halcyon Souls"?, you may be wondering... Honestly, after she told me what she wanted the name to be I am wondering that myself, so I looked up the definition.
hal·cy·on
Another one of the definitions is "a mythical bird said by ancient writers to breed in a nest floating at sea at the winter solstice, charming the wind and waves into calm." That sounds pretty cool too, if you ask me. So, whether my sister is going for the "idyllically happy and peaceful" side or the "mythical bird breeding in a nest at sea" side, I think we're in for a treat either way.
So, let me introduce the Halcyon Soul Sisters...
Jackie
-This is my sister and the main "character" of the blog, which she will DILIGENTLY update from here on out. She recently became a Nurse Practitioner after 6.5 years of busting her butt as a Registered Nurse in the neuro intensive care unit. Following her graduation in May, Jackie decided to drop everything and travel the world before finding a job. How cool is
that? Seriously, who does that? (Answer: I have a husband, two kids, and a dog so definitely not me). Traveling is her passion and her life is a series of vacations with breaks to fund her vacations. Jackie is kind hearted, hilarious, adventurous, and -she'll be the first to admit- selfish ;-P. She is truly a joy to be around.
Jackie (right) and Andrea (left) at Machu Pichu
Andrea
-This is Jackie's best friend, travel buddy, soul mate, wife? (<--- We are all wondering when they will finally admit that this whole trip is actually their epic honeymoon). They have traveled all over the US, Europe, Costa Rica, Peru, Southeast Asia, hiked the Grand Canyon rim to rim and have shared numerous other adventures, so it only makes sense that they both quit their jobs in order to circumnavigate the globe. Andrea is a social worker and one of the nicest and most genuine people I've ever met. She is a big dream with a heart of gold so I am thrilled that she finally gets to live out her biggest dream!
Andrea and Jackie in NYC
Maria
-Honestly, I've never met Maria but since she agreed to put her life on hold to travel the world with Jackie and Andrea I've come to the conclusion that, in addition to being absolutely crazy, she must be a really awesome person! She's a nurse and is married to Matt, who may be making some appearances on the trip. I can't wait to get to know Maria through all sorts of "guest" blog entries since the three of them will be SUPER DILIGENT about posting on here.
Maria likes to read in French cafés
Thank you for stopping by here and for taking the time to discover "Halcyon Souls." I look forward to following these three soul sisters as they have the adventure of a life time. Since Jackie isn't quite sold on this whole blogging endeavor, here is a preview of what's to come (aka, here is what you should post about, Jacks!)...
1. Why "Halcyon Souls?"
2. Trip Itinerary
3. Plenty of "How to's" (e.g. drop everything and travel the world, pack for 8 months, decide where to go, etc)
-All the best,
Allie
All smiles affter they survived the rim to rim hike!
Jackie and Maria at a place one time
Let the adventure begin!
Thank you Allie for starting the travel blog. It should make it easier for me to live vicariously through Jackie...right Jackie ? The trip begins today as you make your way to Lima, Peru. We will be praying for safe travels and wonderful adventures. Love you !
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