I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Krista, and I’m an artist, author, photographer and volunteer in Ukraine. I’m also a grateful survivor-thriver who believes in the power of stories, nature, and creativity to heal the darkest experiences of our lives.

My favourite moments are those spent with kindred spirits, sharing our hearts and experiences, learning and growing together, and making the painful parts of our humanity easier to bear.

I hope that this place will be a comfy one for you, a place of support and understanding, where we can inspire and encourage each other as we all wobble along in this difficult yet wonderful life.

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How to Road Trip Safely through Albania

How to Road Trip Safely through Albania

There's nothing quite like taking a wrong turn in Albania only to have your vehicle surrounded by gypsies trying to crawl in the open windows. It happened in the spring two years ago when my brother Ryan and I and 5 of our friends were on a road trip through the...

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In Memorium

In Memorium

My dear friend Herb died unexpectedly this weekend at 66. I still can't believe he's gone. He was like a beloved uncle or a second dad, the one who teased me unmercifully but would drop everything to help if I needed anything. Born into an Orthodox Jewish family, Herb...

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