Victoria Kjos
Bio
I love thinking. I respect thinking. I respect thinkers. Writing, for me, is thinking on paper. I shall think here. My meanderings as a vagabond, seeker, and lifelong student. I'm deeply honored if you choose to read any of those thoughts.
Stories (38/0)
☮️The Interesting History of the Internationally Recognized Peace Sign
Universality The ubiquitous peace sign is among the few universally recognized and understood symbols worldwide. In the 1960s, tie-dye-garbed hippies protesting the Vietnam War in the United States elevated the peace sign to international prominence as a cultural symbol. For those of a certain age, the peace sign elicits poignant memories and perhaps profoundly held philosophies.
By Victoria Kjos 2 days ago in Art
Holy Cow, It's the Holi Holiday
"Let's go buy our colors for tomorrow!" That was the suggestion of German Heinrich, an amiable fellow I had been hanging out with for a week in Dharamshala in North India. His regular pal Paul was unavailable, having enrolled in a ten-day silent meditation course. I had met both guys on a twelve-hour overnight bus from Delhi to Dharamshala. As is typical when traveling solo, like-minded folks tend to gravitate toward each other.
By Victoria Kjos about a month ago in Wander
We've All Experienced Mini Panics From Burned Rice For Arriving Guests or Spilled Red Wine on White Upholstery During the Party - Hacks #1
The unavoidable messes We've all been there. Those moments of mini panic, or sheer terror if more serious, about how to clean up messes or remedy problems around the house, garage, or related to children, the biggest mess-inducers of the world.
By Victoria Kjos 2 months ago in Lifehack
5 Reasons to Avoid Traveling to the Island of Bali
Spoiler Alert: I ADORE BALI. Not everyone agrees with me, however. Travel recommendations Travelers today have unparalleled access to blogs, videos, books, websites, social media, and newspaper travel sections to glean recommendations for contemplated destinations.
By Victoria Kjos 2 months ago in Wander
Please Refrain From Saying, “Well, In My Country. . .”
Intuitive responses from our cultural upbringing It’s tough. It’s automatic. It’s instinctual. It’s human. It’s a normal reaction. Ultimately, we are all products of our upbringing, home culture, and local traditions.
By Victoria Kjos 2 months ago in Wander
India — If Contemplating the Journey, Just Go
Vagabond lifestyle We wanderers, vagabonds, globetrotters, nomads, and itinerants are a unique breed. I never considered myself particularly abnormal or adventurous. Nor did I plan to live the final quarter of my existence on the lam.
By Victoria Kjos 3 months ago in Wander
