
Leshan Giant Buddha in Sichuan, China
Somehow it's been almost a year since my China trip. It really doesn't feel like it was that long ago... Except when I try to speak Mandarin of course and realize how much it's been slipping away from my memory since I never ever use the language anymore. Then it feels like China was forever ago.

Jiuzhaigou National Park
If the name of this park sounds familiar to you, it might be because it was in the news recently. A devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit the Jiuzhaigou area just weeks after I visited the park. On August 8th, at least 20 people were killed, and over 430 were injured in the earthquake.
Five Random Facts:
I've been a vegetarian for over half my life. š±
I have a bachelor's degree in Linguistics and Cultural Studies.
Rilo Kiley is my all-time favorite band.
I hate bananas! š
My dream travel destination is Antarctica.
About Me:
Hi, Iām Amanda and Little Tranquility is a place where I share bits and pieces of my life as a traveler, photographer, and toddler mom living on Bainbridge Island, Washington.
In my free time, I enjoy running, baking, brushing up on my Mandarin, and trying to pet every cat I see. Thanks for stopping by!