When I met Deana and Jeff, they instantly inspired me. They had only recently set off on their first international adventure after becoming empty nesters to their seven kids. I also like how they crafted their journey as a pilgrimage to their Orthodox faith. You can read more about their unique approach to travel on their blog Zigzag Along with Deana & Jeff.
9 Fun Facts
First Name: Deana
Age: 50s
Nationality: United States
Nomadic stance: Episodic
Last corporate job: Patient Care Tech in hospital ER
Current job: Patient Care Tech in hospital ER while growing newsletter
Favorite country: Greece
Next stop: Greece
What do you like best about the nomadic life? Potential
First Name: Jeff
Age: 50s
Nationality: United States
Nomadic stance: Episodic
Last corporate job: 4th grade teacher
Current job: Substitute high school teacher while building an online teaching business
Favorite country: Greece
Next stop: Greece
What do you like best about the nomadic life? Kaleidoscopic
2 Questions
What is your idea of community? We all need connections to live a truly human life. Community results when we intentionally foster, strengthen, and extend our connections, weaving our relationships into a tapestry.
How have you incorporated community into your nomadic life? We are always on the lookout for making new connections. Nurturing new relationships takes time, commitment, and vulnerability. But we truly believe it is worth all the time in the world. 🦋
Is community important to you? How do you find it while traveling? How do you nurture relationships on the road?
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Christened “Wander Woman” by National Geographic, Erin Michelson is a professional speaker and author of the Nomad Life™ series of travel books and guides, including the #1-ranked “Explore the World with Nomads.”