Letting go of control in midlife: what my anniversary weekend revealed
A personal reflection on letting go of control in midlife, what a surprise anniversary revealed, and the unexpected lessons in self-discovery.
Sue Ross
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Solo travel fears: what happens if you get sick or injured travelling alone?
A reflective piece on one of the biggest solo travel fears — getting sick or injured alone — and what travel has taught me about resilience.
One year into something I never planned!
A personal reflection on finding love again in midlife, the reality of blending two lives, and why second chances are rarely simple — but often meaningful.
Before you even go: why planning your trip matters more than you think
A reflective piece on why planning a trip can bring the most joy, and how thoughtful preparation leads to a more meaningful travel experience.
Earth Day 2026: What the world gives back
A reflective Earth Day 2026 piece on how nature restores us, and why time in landscapes like forests, mountains, and coastlines matters more than we realise.
The Space We Don’t Give Ourselves
A reflective piece on why stepping away matters, and the quiet cost of never giving yourself space to pause, reset, and reconnect.
A Spring Clean for Your Life: Letting Go and Moving Forward in Midlife
A midlife reflection on letting go, clearing space, and making room for what comes next — inspired by a spring clean of life, work, and home.
What Is Slow Travel? A Midlife Guide to Slowing Down Without Missing Out
Slow travel offers a more meaningful way to explore the world in midlife — even on a weekend break. A reflection on slowing down and travelling differently.
Travel in Uncertain Times: Finding a Middle Ground in Midlife
When the world feels uncertain, travel doesn’t have to be all or nothing. A reflection on finding a middle ground that feels right in midlife.
It’s Never Too Late to Reinvent Yourself: A Midlife Story of Starting Again
A reflection on how grief in midlife led to starting a blog, travelling the world, and slowly reinventing a life in ways I never expected.
Hi I'm SUE!
Welcome to my little corner of the internet, for women in midlife who feel the pull to explore — not just the world, but themselves.
I’ve been travelling for over 30 years, through seasons of joy, grief, reinvention and becoming. Travel didn’t just show me new places — it helped me find my way back to myself.
Here I share honest travel stories and reflections on courage, change and second acts.
You don’t need to be brave yet. You’re welcome exactly as you are.
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