I recently hopped a plane to visit family, and took my nature journal along for the adventure.

I stayed at a charming Airbnb, and in the mornings, I drank tea on a screened in porch and sketched the lovely flowers on the grounds.   

Sketching in my journal is a way for me to slow down and ground myself.  And, I can record moments and experiences that otherwise would slip from my memory.  

When traveling, I find this moment of stillness and connection a valuable self-care practice.