The Big 40 in Japan - Day 7: Old is New
With my 40th birthday in the rearview mirror, it was time to enjoy Jenn’s 39th birthday by taking a bullet train to Osaka. We started our time at Osaka Castle, bought antiques, and had an amazing teppanyaki dinner.
The Big 40 in Japan - Day 6: The Anti-Midlife Crisis
Today I turned 40. It’s hard to believe because I still feel like I just graduated from college and am still early in my career. And yet here we are, and I’m here in Tokyo eating amazing food, getting a massage, and turning 40, doing the things I love.
The Big 40 in Japan - Day 5 - Goodbye 30’s
It was my last day in my 30s, and we spent it being kids again at TeamLabs Tokyo, but ended it doing adult things like buying antiques for our house and having dinner and drinks at the Mandarin Oriental.
The Big 40 in Japan - Day 4: Watch the Fish
Jenn’s first full day joining Jake and me in Tokyo. While Jenn got acclimated, Jake and I saw a beautiful temple; he bought an antique watch, and we switched hotels to the Mandarin Oriental. We finished with a one-Michelin-star sushi restaurant.
Elle’s in Europe 2025 - Day 12 - It’s Not Traveling Without an Adventure
We’ve sadly reached our last day in Munich. As sad as we are to have to say goodbye tomorrow, we made the most of our last day here.
Elle’s in Europe 2025 - Day 11 - Sunday in the Park with Elle
We had our first full day of touring in Munich, and with each passing day, we continue to love this city more and more. Elle was amazing today, going from museums to parks with a smile on her face.