In my book, I share stories of my travels, daily life, and interactions with people of all kinds, anchoring each chapter around a note I’ve left on a passenger's window. I offer a unique perspective on how kindness, courage, and being your authentic self can create opportunities to share a little everyday magic and encourage those around you. With truth, inspiration, and plenty of whimsy, I hope to remind readers that even in the middle of so much heaviness, it's possible to make a difference and share your unique light.
Words From The Window Seat is my baby. I started this photo series on Instagram back in July of 2014. During an early morning flight, I sat in the back of a Boeing 737 journaling and wrote the statement "be kind to yourself" down on a smaller piece of paper. I then had the idea to hang up the piece of paper on the window, take a picture to write and post about, and to finally leave it in the seat back pocket for someone else to find. It was the perfect way to combine my love for aviation and my love for people all in one way. I then started sharing the notes on my personal Instagram. I was going through a really rough season of my life and wanted to share my pain with others in an encouraging, uplifting way. I wanted people to know they were not alone in the midst of their own hardships and trials. People need people. It's such a simple statement that holds such deep truth. I encouraged people to bring paper and a pen so they could do it when they fly too! It has been the coolest to see the tag grow. It’s even cooler to see my project now become a BOOK! My first of hopefully many ;)