About
Tourist in My Own CountryThe joy of blogging while exploring your home country. A slice of your life, Food, culture, nature and more.
Note from the editor
The joy of blogging while exploring your home country. A slice of your life. Food, culture, nature and more. You are welcome to tell us about your daily routine if you’re a homebody. It will be unique depending on where on this blue planet you live.
Editors
Shanti C K
Gen X cancer survivor. Childless by circumstance. Thankful for the little angels in my life. Navigating grief & loneliness. Keeping hope in my heart 🩵
Marcus
An INFJ sharing his thoughts about life and events around the world. A photographer freezing fleeting moments of life with his camera.
Writers
Mika Oka
Sharing her unique perspective on the world as a hearing-impaired autistic person with bipolar disorder despite the challenges. emikaoka.wordpress.com/home/
Janet Daniels-Thomas
Writer, Blogger, Faithful friend, Chronic oversharer and Happy wife - so welcome to that.
Alan AJ
One day I'll think of something good to put here. For now, just know I'm 50-something years old and I keep writing about life.
Tannille ⭐️
Fiction writer. Blogger. Comedian in own mind. Whipped by The Muse. Writing group facilitator/instructor. Tannille.com or thewritingasylum.com
Nanie Hurley 🌿
Bookworm, gamer, mom, writer, vegan, and human. I write about things that bring me joy. Top Writer in Books & Sustainability.
Aurõra
In my spare time I like to occupy myself with the art of photography. I also love books, board games and TFT.
Adrian CDTPPW
Boost Nominator. Hammock "Guru." Writing down his silly musings. Having fun. Owner of Read or Die & Read or Die - HQ.
John Ang
You can find out more about me here - https://medium.com/read-or-die/about-me-john-ang-a99e853b2b93
Jill Eng
Mindfulness book author. On Medium I write on emotional trauma, philosophy, relationships, writing, gratitude, mindfulness, and experiment with poetry.
Sarah Ouellet
Retired passionate animal and nature lover. Feeder of stray cats, rescuing those who want to be rescued.
Susie Kearley
Freelance writer UK. Outrageous opinions. Occasionally offends by accident. Covers writing, health, psychology, memoir, current affairs, copyright, environment.
Lori Wangler
Slightly mischievous wordsmith sharing surprises from the Bible at https://wanglerlori.wixsite.com/ponder/
Charles Amemiya
Formerly incarcerated life/business coach, speaker, technical writer, and social responsibility advocate. www.charlesamemiya.com
Tracey
I’m a writer who loves history, art, food, my cats, and plants all over the house. Understanding history through the lives of my ancestors is my big passion.
Dixie Dodd ♡
We are only as good as the gift we give to another person, whether it be good or evil, it is our decision! I am happily married to my wonderful husband Dale. ♡
Paul Davidson
A husband, father, and teacher who is passionate about writing, psychology, social justice, the environment, and healthy living.
Ms. KJ
I am the author of Longing For The Night, Fire & Water, and The Sassy Savant. When I'm not writing, I run a crochet business on Etsy called SoulfulStitchery.
Bruce Coulter
I'm a retired, disabled veteran with MH issues. Tomorrow will be a better day. Join me and others on Medium. https://medium.com/@brucecoulter_75270/membership
Mariana Busarova
Top writer in Poetry on Medium. An editor of "Read or Die" publication. Reading and writing are part of me. I feel them both so naturally connected with me.
Trisha Faye
Writes about life, looking for the good & remaining positive — with a dose of kitty love sprinkled in. My publications —WRITER’S ZEN & GOOD VIBES CLUB
Lu Skerdoo
Let not your ❤️be troubled. I am Happy to be in the Chicken Soup for the Soul Book ~Miracles and the unexplainable~❤️😊
Michele Maize
Sober Traveler | Wannabe Vegan | Yoga Addict. Extrovert turned introvert who loves dachshunds. Owner of "The Maze". Editor at Black Bear and Globetrotters.
Trinity Ellis, Author
Some relationship stuff, sex, humor, mental health, some kinky Rated R shit, better-self stuff, psychology, spirituality, philosophy. NO TECH OR POLITICS.
Annie Trevaskis
I came, I wrote, I conquered. That last bit might not be true, but at least I am putting up a good fight.
Natalie
A Londoner showing you London. I explore a little bit at a time, taking in some of the history, mixing in a few stories about myself.
Author, K.D. Thorne: up close & personal from SOTB
Author, Content Writer, Online Tutor, Mom who writes authentically raw stories based on her own rich life in the US and Latin America (over two decades)
Victoria Kjos
"HI" writer. Sentimental Humanitarian. Lifelong Seeker. Vagabond. Certified Yoga and Medical Qigong Teacher for 30 years.
Victoria Virgo
A 50+ year old woman learning how to make money from my hobbies in a stress-free way. Follow my journey: https://victoriavirgo.gumroad.com/l/freenewsletter
Honeybee xxx
Living with the loss of a child and chronic illness. Whilst aspiring for independence, achieving goals and following dreams. I hope to inspire and support you.
Pezen
Self-proclaimed artist by night, production manager by day. I write about what pops into my head, so it'll probably be all over the place.
Toya Qualls-Barnette
*Top writer in This Happened To Me| Writing about the impact of relationships|Contributor to Chicken Soup for the Soul| Dreamer|Mother|HSP in drag
Wanderings of Sue
Writer, and part-time amateur sociologist. Sharing life lessons from living in Malaysia, Canada, Vanuatu, and New Zealand. Editor at Memories of Food
Bob King
I seek to inspire others to explore, experiment, and express their discoveries and passions so that together we can make this world a better place
Sherry Atkinson
Taking off my mask to write about what matters to me. I enjoy connecting with other writers/authors/poets.
Beth Riungu
Essayist and short storyist. Subscribe at https://tinyurl.com/BRwrites for reflections on reading, writing, and running around without glasses.
Ben Ulansey
Writer, musician, dog whisperer, video game enthusiast and amateur lucid dreamer. I write memoirs, satires, philosophical treatises and everything in between 🐙
Tara Shani Rullo, LCSW
Relationship and Trauma Therapist. Imperfectionist. Reading was my first love. Falling for writing.
Marcus
An INFJ sharing his thoughts about life and events around the world. A photographer freezing fleeting moments of life with his camera.
Kelley Murphy
Seeding my spirit one story at a time. kartist31@gmail.com | https://kelleymurphy.substack.com/ | www.spiritseedssoucoaching.com
GizemG
I write content on interior design, stock photos, self-improvement. https://ggartprintstudio.etsy.com https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gizemg https://blogolog.com/
Jenny Alexander
I write to encourage self-published authors and teach them what I've learned. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@savvyself-publishing
Susi Moore
Writer | Author | Editor | Creative process, and cheer 🎨 Lead Editor of The Scriber's Nook 🎨 https://medium.com/scribers-nook.
Natalie
Wife, mother, teacher, people/music lover and writer: sharing bits of her soul one story at a time.
Yana Bostongirl
💕I am a Boston-based blogger who writes about love, life & relationships💕| My Substack is Yana's World 🦋 https://yanabostongirl.substack.com/ 🦋 Come say hi!
Janice Macdonald
At 68, I started a new chapter in my life: I moved to France. Alone. It turned out to be quite the page-turner. Still is — even when age insists on a part.
Suheily Arce Lugo
marine biologist, island girl from Puerto Rico sharing algae stories. coffee lover & cat mom.
Janier Chua
Dreamer. Educator. Freelancer. Curious learner. Aspiring Musician - With every article, I aspire to inspire others to join me in this everlearning journey.
Brendareeves, MEd.
Editor of Slice-of-Life Musings. A free spirit, visual artist, writer, editor, animal lover, introvert, blogger and independent woman.
FranMorelandJohns
Lifelong newspaper & magazine writer, author, blogger at franjohns.net, agitator for justice, kindness & interfaith understanding.
Adrienne Beaumont
I’m Australian. I love to travel and write about my adventures.I write about my daily life as a mother and grandmother as well as my past experiences.
Vinitha Dileep
A lover of words, writer, blogger, dreamer, loves stringing words together & adoringly calls them poems. Connect at vinitha.dileep@gmail.com
Vivian Robert, Ph.D.
Life Coaching in the areas of Growth, Self-improvement, Productivity | Aspiring Minimalist | 25+ years in Academia, Research and Consulting | X: TheVivianRobert
A man leading a simple life
I write about life, mostly in the form of short-story fiction, fantasy and poetry.
Lynn L. Alexander
Eclectic writer. Ovarian cancer survivor. My interests include humor, health, grief, personal essays and entertainment. Please follow me on my journey.
Rebecca Designs A Life
Writer, thinker, mom; Building the life of my dreams. Writing about how to build your dream life starting right now
Jessica Montes
Writer | Editor | Traveler | Reader | Baker | Cat mom | Full-time Sunshine Enthusiast 🌻
Anthony (Tony/Pcunix) Lawrence 👀
Retired Unix Consultant. I write tech and humor mostly but sometimes other things. See my Lists if your interests are specific.
Christina Daniels
Passionate content creator. Traveller. Author of "Being, Becoming, Being", "I'll Do It My Way: The Incredible Journey of Aamir Khan", "Ginger Soda Lemon Pop".
3T Nomad
"3T Nomad" is a unique blog that embodies the spirit of three landmarks: Taipei, Tokyo, and the Taj Mahal.
Lea Bardot
Lea, 35, mindful, non-alcoholic. I write about how I’m slowly escaping my 9-5 by growing my online writing business. I’ve written about quitting alcohol too.
Michael Neve
legit, actionable strategies, for new bloggers, alongside an intellectual shmorgasboard of tasty morsels for the mind ... did I just say that ... it's a blog
Barb Dalton
Mum to 3 humans, 2 fur balls. Kiwi-Canuck. Nursing Instructor by day; rants, reminisces and rhymes by night. Owner of Nursing Notes, Editor at The Daily Cuppa
Nancy Oglesby
I explore life and tell stories! Embracing the world of Drabbles. Publisher of Fiction Shorts, the Challenged, and Another Fucking Publication
Stay Shrimpin
Writer, and part-time Schizophrenic. I love anime, video games, and character-driven narratives. TLOU is a current obsession.
Laura Jevtich
I Changed my Financial Mindset and I am an Author, Small & Natural Living, Minimalist Lifestyle, Productivity Lover, and Master Gardener living in the desert.
Akanksha M Sharma
I am a story-teller, a memoirist, a humorist, and love to share my thoughts and life experiences….
Perky Bird Gets The Worm
Neurodivergent | Recovering Perfectionist | Dog Mom | Kid Mom | Snark with Occasional Substance | https://msha.ke/karenakins
Eddie Gaston
Inspirational content that invites us to be sharper of mind, fitter of body, and sweeter of soul.
MartinRaymondo
Premium Ghostwriter | Former Banker | Parent | Editor | https://www.martinraymondo.com/
Nic Rafael
Ex medical doctor ➠ entrepreneur, writer & mental health advocate ✣ Writing about mental health & self-care, first-time parenthood, & career change
Ashley J. Anderson
Just a girl sharing what she finds delightful. You can also find me at www.ashleydelights.com
Iosé Cocuzza 🪷
I'm a wellness writer, wife, and mother of two. I use personal anecdotes, a hint of humor, and life lessons to write relatable stories ~ https://iosecocuzza.com
~Kat- An Overthinking Londoner~
As a person who loves my home town, I thought I would jot some interesting thoughts and observations about the world. Or at least ramble into the void. Enjoy~
Brenda Mahler
Real life person sharing real life stories. Writing about travel, dogs, and healthy lifestyles.
Aninda Baruah
I like telling stories. It can include life, travel, career, philosophy, agile and product management . Lived in India, Thailand, France & now UK.
Justiss Goode | F😄M
Prolific Writer | Publication Editor | Friend of the Community: Always down to support fellow writers and their stories, in fun, creative, and promotional ways!
Carol.NW
I love reading to children, teaching, and learning new things/ways to make life worth living.
Uncensored Olive - Love, Thoughts & Life Messiness
Hi, I am Olive. Here, I let my mind run wild and these are my uncensored opinions and stories🤯🌋.
Nia Kann
hey! I’m Nia a Martial Artist, Traveler, and Story-teller. I use my account to write my personal passion projects.
Charisse Tyson
Author, blogger, and retired biker bar owner. Sharing God-wink stories to give others hope. Check out my memoir Born Again in a Biker Bar http://amzn.to/1HQqPze
Michael Rhodes
Retired - Top writer in Sustainability, Travel & Food. Married 41 years, we have a Corgi dog. Love, camping, baseball, Bonsai, travel, & food.
KAKA LAM 嘉嘉 @iamkakalamkk
Writer, Poet, Content Creator & Banker. Holds 4 Master’s Degrees, is pursuing a Doctoral Degree. Substack: @iamkakalamkk https://youtube.com/@iamkakalamkk
Debanjali Pal
Passionate traveller. Sharing my travel stories and doing budget travelling since a decade.
Spyder Darling
Born in upstate New York, raised on Long Island, been some places, done some things, currently living in New York City. You got a problem with that?
Michaela Alisha
Modern Day Hippie, WFH Advocate and Mental Health Defender. Writing and Photography Portfolio: https://michaela-alisha-writes.ghost.io/
Nicole Peery
Desert-dwelling, RV living artist & programmer • Late to the neurodivergent party • Sometimes travel writer • Exploring Arizona @ thedieselapartment.com
KL Simmons
Seeking improvement as a writer and human. Email: KLSimmons.medium@gmail.com. Owner of the publications: Taking Off, Pure Fiction and Interracial Relations.
Lucian Ioan Chirilă
Editor of Close to Perfection Publication. Husband and father of two, I write about Medium, Writing, Relationships and Gaming.
Mark Tey 🦊
Still learning to tame a writing compulsion that keeps me awake at night. She seems a bit wild for poetry but writes about anything that fits Her restless mood.
Alex Cornici
Travel isn't just about the destination; it's about the journey and the memories you create along the way.
Lyrical Lioness, OCT, M.S.Ed., BMus.
Writing about music, creativity, education, communication, connection, relationship repair, and creating secure relationships. Top Writer x4 2024
Paula Shablo
Published Author. Loving daughter, mom, Grandma. Bona fide Geek with the graphic tees to prove it. Believer of all the fantastic things. Artist, musician & fan.
Katie Michaelson
I've lived! Retired therapist, fosrter and adoption specialist, and researcher. Farmer, gardener for 55 years, crafter, storyteller, tutor, and mentor.
Paul Dotta
American living and travelling in China; meditating and writing about life, health, and Why.
Anique Van de Put
Copywriter and translator (NL-FR-EN). Sharing my thoughts on Medium. Follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anique-van-de-put-30368a38/
Paolo Ferrari
Programmer, hardware specialist 25+ years experience,data analyst. Could be a medic, dj, teacher. Love to read,listen to music,baking bread.
Tatia Burdett
Software Developer, nurse, mother. Plagued with questions, devoid of answers. I write about everything through the lens of a philosopher.
Zenobia H.
I write about things that I generally like to read about—culture, art, life, career, cooking, etc.—so it runs the gamut!
Olesia F.
A content writer behind WritingBreeze.com. In love with books, wine, and jazz. I'm writing about content creation, but this blog is my reflections.
Ella Read
Discovering London's heritage, nutrition & lifestyle professional, Christian, nature & gardening enthusiast, poetry writer
Chantal Weiss
Spiritual Badass, Writer, Mentor & Healer: Not all mother-daughter relationships are pretty in pink...
Krasi Shapkarova
Certified Career Management & Strengths Coach | Writer | Teacher | Reader | Walker | Nomad
HyaenaDad 🧨
Part Hyaena, Part dad and 100% insane. Trying to write Human stories of Love, Life, and family with the hyaenaMum, hyaenaKub and hyaenaDog. Weird, right?
Ronald Smit
Husband, father, geologist, consultant. I love travelling and learning, sharing feelings about all that, sometimes funny, always positive.
Julia A. Keirns
Currently living in an RV full time and traveling across North America. The goal is simply to write about it. Editor of Fiction Shorts, the Challenged, and ROD.
JM Heatherly
(he/they) Edit, Garden, Hospitality, Music, Organize, Socialist. Finding gems to polish for you. https://www.jmheatherly.com/
David Steitz
Part-Time Writer | Personal Growth | My passions include reading, writing, flying, photography, hiking, and positive people!
Mystical Aries
Writer > Traveler > Photographer > Nature lover > Food Lover > Adventure Enthusiast > Software Developer
Masa Yamada | Tokyo
A Foodie based in Tokyo. Raised in the UK. A descendant of a Samurai family that served the Imperial clan. (Taira clan) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taira_clan
Laura Hay
Sharing blog posts around the topics of international education, education & study, quality of life, travel, self-discovery, and a few other topics in between.
Rosa Diaz-Casal
A human being with mistakes and history sharing practical wisdom. Rosaswalksoflife.substack.com
Emaline Ashe
Fifty-Something Mom, Biologist Turned Writer, Adoption and Infertility Advocate, Author of https://amzn.to/4cysqu1
Petra Kidd
Photographer and Writer. I write short stories. I shoot, I write, I publish. Find me by the River Wensum.
Shell Parsons
Fighting my nemeses - freeze response, inertia & social anxiety. Wellbeing, writing, self-employment, nature, travel and society through a neurodivergent lens.
Buddhi Ruparathna
Making the world a better place with inspirational, mindful & happy thought pieces, tips & poems.
Dr. Seema Patel (PhD)
I write about nature, personal life, health, literature, gardening, psychology, art, bioinformatics, and data. Imparting joy, truth and knowledge is the goal.
Supritha Kamalanathan
A teen💕... building a small empire with my words :) Exploring the depths of everything life has to offer | curious ponderings | vivid humour
Jason Lee
Australian travel writer, Lonely Planet guidebook author, Gulf War Veteran and proud office cubicle shiftwork survivor.
Wayne Shi
[⭐️Editor of Follower Booster Hub⭐️] tech guy as a senior cloud systems engineer. I also enjoy sharing what I have learned and experienced with others.
Francis Tan
Ex-copywriter, ex-marketing guy, ex-restaurant owner, ex-Jesuit novice. Full-time husband and father. Writer and home chef.
Stan Byrdy
Award-winning local TV Sports talent turned Author - Amazon Top Seller! Empassioned Storyteller/Raconteur - Compelling, Informative, Rare Content. Stay Awhile!
Paula❤️
Hi, my name is Paula. I am a writer and digital art creator. I am selling an e-book titled "Cars 2024-2026" in 1,000,000,000 copies.
Sofia Shares
In a world filled with unkindness, join me as I share my healing stories and coping mechanisms to bring a little kindness and comfort to your day ❤️
Victoria Suzanne
NCTJ-qualified journalist and editor. Follow my true crime publication @Crime-Scenes.
Olive Wilson
From N. Ireland, currently in Cyprus. Passionate about photography, travel, languages, faith and creativity. Photos at https://olive30.picfair.com/
Dorottya Becz
A journalist, editor, and writer sharing her thoughts about Writing | Life lessons | Creativity | Being an immigrant | Editor for Ride The Wave
Your NativeFriend
Native American writer, cultural and social critic, painter and language learner. Pacacua Nation .......... https://ko-fi.com/indiadorada
Every Day Life Improvement
3x Top writer MSc in Agriculture and Sustainable Development Graduate from RMAS https://sites.google.com/view/everyday-life-improvement/home
Renae Kentuckywoman
I am a follower of Jesus Christ who loves family, books, nature, and cooking. I also love encouraging others!
🌬️Mitch
Just the guy next door, glad to meet you. Pull up a chair let's stir the pot together. Reach me at: lacks@mail.com.
Jacqueline Lay
Escapee of the 9-5. Super passionate about engaging and helping people with my writing.
Dr. Preeti Singh
Doctorate in Finance, Professor, Author, I write about Life’s experiences, edutech. 9xTop writer.
Aaron Paulson
Tokyo expat librarian, mindfulness teacher, writer and photographer. Top Writer in Art, Travel, and Photography in a previous life. @aaronpaulson
Rangga Febryan
Full-time freelance writer and a Bachelor of International Relations. Sharing stories about writing, travel, and my perspective on living.
Lionel Williams
Computer geek, father, deep thinker, writer, and NY sports fan who likes to help people.
Sunsand | Editor of Faith, Finances and Life
I am a writer, poet, educator, creative. I aim to encourage you to stay positive, strong. 🌸😊🌸🐟https://medium.com/@satlasjk1/subscribe. Follow my journey.
Connlyn Sinclair
Sci-Fi/Fantasy writer with an interest in fairy tales and prehistory my collection of fairy tale retellings is available from Anamcara Press
Unbreakable Heart
Writer with dyslexia ;) Helping others through my personal stories. To put smiles on faces, inspire minds, and heal hearts ♥️ https://ruthalva.substack.com/
Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles
Publisher, Namaste Now! Writer, all genres. Editor. Poet. Diabetes Warrior. Traveler. Photographer. Hopeful. Wears son's oversized tshirts https://vidyasury.com
Joe Guay - Dispatches From the Guay Life!
Joe Guay, a recovering people-pleaser, is an essayist, actor/voiceover guy with musings on mental health, LGBTQ, humor and travel & nature as church
Imola Toth
I write about my life experiences, healing, spirituality, travel & everything that sparks my imagination. Read my online magazine here: www.raisedbythewolf.com
Eleni Stephanides
LGBTQ+ writer and Spanish interpreter who enjoys wandering through nature, reading fiction and mental health content, speaking Spanish, and petting cats.
Katarzyna Rączka
Linguist by training, translator by profession, after-hours writer. www.linkedin.com/in/katarzyna-rączka-35676882
Sandy Maximus
An academic, a mother, and a wanna-be writer in (pre) cancer treatment with interests from travel to tennis, personal stories, and life lessons.