I’ve been told (by a few people) that I do things I really shouldn’t do. In other words, I’m a girl who is not currently skinny (working on that part) and I’ve decided to not let that get to me. I’ve taken snowboarding lessons. I’ve slept on the top bunk of an old russian train in Mongolia (albeit nervously). I’ve walked until my back hurt and then walked some more. I’ve been starred at, pointed at and I’ve stilled managed to go outside almost everyday that I have been on the road. I also have a weakness for fun child-like slot machines when I’m traveling in the US, and a love of street meat whenever I’m in Toronto (not matter what time of year it is).
I’m independent, stubborn and determined. I always have been.
As a traveler, I love the ability I have to tap into my dreams and desires and make them come true. I love waking up in the morning and walking through a new city or town. I love meeting new people and trying new foods -even if said foods burned my insides!
Aside from being a travel lover, I am also an art and history lover. My camera is almost always in my bag and I love to snap photos when I’m on the road, and sharing them here.
Since 2010 I’ve traveled to Thailand, Malaysia, China, Mongolia, Kenya, Tanzania, Malawi, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. I met some fabulous travel bloggers, travelers, locals and refugees. My experiences in Bangkok changed the way I viewed the city and the country of Thailand. It was due to those experiences that I created a project called Photolanthrophy and I’m currently working towards starting the project in Bangkok.
Over the last 2 years there have been a lot of changes on this blog. Many of those changes had to do with my feeling lost and confused by everything around me, however, I’ve decided to dial things back and make this blog about me and my spunky self. I hope that you enjoy reading my stories, advice and tips.
FAQs About Me!
Where are you from? I was born in Grande Cache, Alberta, Canada and I have lived in 3 of the 10 provinces in Canada.
Why did you call your blog SpunkyGirl Monologues?I named the blog SpunkyGirl Monologues because I considered myself to be spunky, quirky, spontaneous, fun etc. In the beginning this blog was just an outlet while my Grandmother was in the hospital, dying. I needed some lightness and fun in my life. After a period of time, things funnelled naturally and this blog became about my passion for travel and discovery.
Where have you traveled in North America?
I have traveled through 9 of the 10 provinces -British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island. I’ve also made trips to Las Vegas, New York, Seattle, Portland, LA, Santa Monica, Great Falls, Washington, Orlando and many more.
Which countries have you traveled to?Bahamas, Botswana, Canada, China, Cuba, England, France, Hong Kong, Kenya, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, Mongolia, Mozambique, Namibia, Scotland, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, USA and Zimbabwe. I guess I’m still a bit of a travel virgin. Eeek! I’ve transited through Mozambique, Netherlands, and Japan.
What is your favourite Food? Shwarma. Duh!! Remember the story about how I spent 500 baht on a taxi to buy shwarma when I was sick. Yup, I love the stuff. Oh, and I’m also addicted to Butter Chicken and Butter Naan.
What are your travel plans for 2012 A lot of big stuff happening in 2012. In January I made a trip to New York City, then a few trips to Niagara Falls. I’ll also be going to Banff, then Thailand for a couple months. In July I’ll be doing the Mongol Rally which will take me through Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungry, Bulgaria, Romania, Turkey, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Russia and Mongolia. I’ll then travel along the Silk Road at a much slower pace and visit China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, Armenia and Turkey.
Connect with Me!
One of the best parts about travel is meeting new people. I love having the ability to meet and speak with travelophiles (Yes, I know I am totally making that word up!). Anyone who loves to travel, or longs to travel is okay in my books. If you’re on the road, or dreaming about going on the road, I’d love to hear from you! Feel free to email me at: pamela.macnaughtan(at)gmail(dot)com.
