Just Allie

Got to trek thru the jungle today to visit a family of gorillas! We spent maybe 30 min with them watching them eat and go about their normal life. (at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2Zkbf8Hmq7/?igshid=1f1u560qv54g

Our final dinner here was back at Suplexio, home of amazing burgers. @suplexio_hamburgueria #azoreancuisine #azores #travel #yougottaeathere #alliesadventures #samandallieazores2018 #girleatworld #hamburgers #nomnomnom (at Supléxio)

Nothing but gorgeous views of the north and east of the island today. The rain held off (mostly) and I'm so glad we decided to venture out! #azores #saomiguelisland #alliesadventures #roadtrip #samandallieazores2018 #nordeste (at São Miguel Island)

My birthday wish was to pet a cow. This one obliged with the help of a bribe of grass. #azores #cows #cowsarethecutest #ipetacow #alliesadventures #saomiguelisland #samandallieazores2018 (at Feira De Santa Iria)

If you're into that naturally blow dried look, the Azores may be the place for you! (at Feira De Santa Iria)

Happy International Women's Day! I could not be more honoured to share my birthday with such an important day. I grew up in a matriarchy where it was never assumed that because I was a girl I couldn't do something. My mom taught me to never settle for someone and that I didn't need to have a boyfriend/husband to determine my worth. She encouraged (aka I didn't have an option) to take tech in highschool, where I was one of 2 girls in a class of boys. I learned to build things, fix things, and discovered my love of photography. When I turned 15 I was sent out with my dad and uncles to go hunting because my gender was no excuse. I was raised to be independent and to understand there was nothing I could not do if I wanted to. Thank you to my parents, aunts and uncles, grandparents and more for making me who I am today. #internationalwomensday #march8

Today we visited the Caldeira Velha, a thermal hot springs area halfway up the volcano. The whole time I felt like I was in Jurassic Park. #azores #caldeiravelha #hotsprings #travel #alliesadventures #samandallieazores2018 #geothermal #volcano (at Caldeira Velha)

Some more natural pools. I slipped on the rocks, broke a nail and scraped my foot. And the water splashed up into my shoe. #azores #alliesadventures #samandallieazores2018 #ocean #soaker #wetfeet #brokennail (at Calhetas, Azores, Portugal)

Ordered Korean food from a new place and dang was it delish. #ozenkorea #takeaway #ateitall (at Ozen Korea)

Keto dinner #4 (forgot to take pics of #2 & #3). Sirloin tip roast and super cheesy cauliflower mash! I think my body is finally getting used to not having large amounts of carbs and I'm not starving constantly because my brain is confused. #adventuresindieting #ketodiet #learningasigo #hopethisworks #deliciousevenifitdoesnt

When the receptionist writes out what you need to say in order to get a sim card. (at El Hostelito)

It's time for coffee here in #Quito. Hostels with breakfast and coffee are the best. #elhostelito #pretouraccomodations #Galapagos #alliedoesgalapagos (at El Hostelito)

When you're on the roof and a bee is crawling on your face and your bf tries to blow it off and it gets mad and stings you...

Trying to snap a photo of her sitting still, in a well lit location, at a good angle, is basically impossible.

Goal this week was to get the floor done. I managed about 10 rows tonight and have about 10 more to go. I can smash that out tomorrow night and then I get to clean up the house! Next level excited about that. #homerenovations #hardwoodfloors #reclaimedwood #reducereuserecycle #likeajigsawpuzzle #girlscanrenotoo #samandallierenos2017

It's a pretty nice day for a long bike ride. Apparently had energy to burn. #bike #newbike #goodfriday #ldnont #feeltheburn #exercise

Birthday tasks: starting the backsplash behind the stove/under the counters. Subway tiles and mosaic tiles. White/black/grey grout. Can't wait!