About Us
About Katie
After 11 years of being an English teacher, Katie went back to school and became a Software Developer. Now, she’s traveling the world with Mekael and writing about their experiences, in poetry and prose.
Katie hopes to be always learning, whether it be earning her second master’s degree, becoming fluent in Amharic and Italian, getting her 500 E-RYT yoga certification, or writing a book. She is often spotted sipping herbal or green tea and trying to cook up as many puns as possible. It’s difficult to say if hiking or reading is her favorite hobby.
“Pay attention. / Be astonished. / Tell about it.” —Mary Oliver
About Miki
Mekael (or Miki as his Ethiopian relatives call him) was an economist for 14 years before embarking on a world tour with his wife, Katie. He is an avid reader with passions in history, international relations, and economics.
Some burning questions he ponders while traveling include: “Why/How did this civilization’s fortunes rise or fall over time? What makes this society tick? What forces led up to a country’s current state and where might it be headed?”