Back in 2008, I started a tradition. What began as a photo of a simple cartwheel on a beach has become a tradition when I travel. I love the process of finding the right location, setting up the shot, and cartwheeling in front of strangers in random places. It feels free and delightfully childish and I hope I can continue doing them for a very long time. I

Lights to Guide Me Home is a travelogue that takes readers on a trip around the world while I chronicle my transition through some of life’s major milestones. As there aren’t images in the book itself, I wanted to share some of these memories and visuals with readers to enhance their experience as they read.

Maybe you enjoyed travelling before you had kids or it’s something new you want to do with your family. Either way, travelling with your kids is a rich experience that will shape your family, challenge you, create many memories, and help you and your kids grow in new ways. Here are some of my best tips for travelling with kids, and enjoying the experience.