S1E2: Cruising - My Home on the Open Seas

Why does Auntie Rae call the open seas "home"? Discover how cruising became her ultimate form of freedom and self-reset.

Welcome back to "Not Your Average Hot Pants Wearing Auntie Travel & Adventures"! In this episode, Auntie Rae takes you deep into her lifelong love affair with cruising. Beyond the common misconceptions, she reveals why the structured yet liberating rhythm of the open seas feels like pure freedom, peace with room service, and the perfect balm for a soul tired of insomnia.

Join Auntie Rae as she shares her unique travel philosophy: from meticulously planning every detail with her "planner itch" to trusting her gut about which ports truly "whisper to her spirit." She’ll whisk you away to the whitewashed flirtations of Santorini and the cobblestone secrets of Tallinn, showing you how each destination, even if just a "sampler plate," expands her bravery and joy.

Discover how her upbringing, rooted in "Mama's order," shaped her appreciation for the consistency of life at sea. Hear the pivotal moment when the Cunard Queen Mary 2's invitation felt like an ancestral whisper, confirming her path to radical self-reintroduction after being "cut loose" from her old life. This episode is a testament to how stepping onto a ship can truly be a "resurrection" – the soft launch of a new, soulful chapter.

In this episode, you'll hear about:
- Auntie Rae's unapologetic reasons for loving cruises, defying common perceptions.
- How the predictability of ship life offers deep peace and consistency.
- Vivid sensory details from her favorite ports like Santorini and Tallinn.
- The profound spiritual connection that guided her to sail the Queen Mary 2.
- Her journey of self-rediscovery on the open seas: reintroducing her curiosity, courage, and calling.
- The genesis of her idea to build a storytelling and content creation brand.
- Why cruising became her therapy, her reset button, and her personal "resurrection."

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