Freedom lies in being bold. -Robert Frost
I was born a teacher, but my true love is travel and adventure! When I am not working, I am living life to the fullest, dreaming a new dream, and traveling! Some of my past travel experiences are volunteer opportunities; a perfect combination of tourism and volunteering—”voluntourism”. Yet my favourite type of travel and most recent travel experiences include adventure travel, backpacking, and authentic explorations. In each destination that I visit, I aim to try something new by completing yet another item on my bucket list. During my travels I’ve always been fascinated with documenting my explorations through photography and writing. I now have thousands of journal entries and pictures which represents each of my unique trips. I decided to start a blog to share my experiences with others! Aviation has also become a part of my life because my husband is a pilot–travel runs in our veins. Like me, he is also a teacher in a sense because he taught others to fly for many years. Currently, he is a commercial pilot and when he is not working we love to fly and travel together. Being married to a pilot has its perks. I’ve always been captivated with airplanes since I love flying (and traveling) so much; now I get to learn about it firsthand.
Coming up with a title for my blog was the most difficult part. I wanted the title to represent me, while also summing up what my blog is about. Turquoise Compass encapsulates everything that is significant in my life and connects all of my passions well. Turquoise being my favorite colour reminds me of the ocean, the beach, the earth (the natural turquoise gemstone), and my travels. I usually do not travel too far from the coast. Even if I do I find my way back to the sea. After any inland vacation, I often find my way back to the beach somehow. There is something magical about being close to the sea. It is as if I am “at home”. Sometimes I wish I could live and breathe underwater. The word compass is also relevant because I have often questioned my personal journey and the direction of my life. As a teacher, I challenge my students to reach for higher learning opportunities, while being in control of one’s life compass. As a pilot’s wife, I have learned the significance of a compass in the aviation world and how a pilot uses such a simple (yet complex) tool to guide a plane safely to its destination. A compass can have many meanings. Turquoise Compass goes beyond its literal meaning–it’s more than just a turquoise compass; it;s a LIFESTYLE! Although, that would suit me just fine as well. Turquoise Compass is the perfect fit for me! FOLLOW YOUR COMPASS: LIVE, DREAM, TRAVEL, do YOGA, and be YOUnique!
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“Conscience is a man’s compass.”
-Vincent Van Gogh
“Men go abroad to wonder at the heights of mountains, at the huge waves of the sea, at the long courses of the rivers, at the vast compass of the ocean, at the circular motions of the stars, and they pass by themselves without wondering.”
-Saint Augustine
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You can contact Jessica at turquoisecompass@gmail.com to discuss further.
Live, dream, travel, and do yoga! Welcome to Turquoise Compass!
Jessica
BA, BEd, MEd, Certified Registered Yoga Teacher
That is so beautifully written. And I love the turquoise!
Thank you so much! I love the colour too. I’ve always liked it, but it wasn’t until I started the blog that I realized it was my favorite and for what reasons. Nothing is better than the colour of the turquoise sea.
Great read! Thanks for sharing! It took us forever to come up with a name that resonated with us 🙂
Thank you. Yeah I felt the same way!
Great post!! We too had to find a name that resonated with us… That took us forever 🙂 happy travels!
You chose a good one – it immediately captivates the audience and after reading your story, it fits you to a tee!
Thanks so much! I am trying to show exactly what I am all about and why I chose the name I chose. Now that I’ve chosen it, I love the name so much. It took a while for it to all come together.
I love this! It’s so great to hear how things get started, how they’re born. And I love the quotes. And oh my goodness, that ocean is just the brightest, most beautiful blue.
Thanks you so much! I was trying to shed some light on how I got started. I appreciate the support!
-Jessica
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Thanks for the follows. I really love and am inspired by your blog. Turquoise is a cool color.
You are welcome! Thanks for stopping by my blog as well. I love Turquoise so I thought it would be cool to search for unique turquoise things and places.
Jessica, Turquoise Compass
Teaching and the ocean. Sounds very good to me.
The perfect combination for a long thriving life!
I totally agree. I’ve emailed a guest post for you to consider. I wonder what you’ll think : )
Great, thanks. I will check it out soon and get back to you.
Thanks : )
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Thank you for connecting with us. May the New Year bring you joyful travel!
I’m so happy to follow your travels. Hope to see you again on Turquoise Compass.
Jessica
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