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The Why Behind Remote Roots & Road Reviews

Posted by Jennifer | Remote Roots & Road Reviews Hey y’all, and welcome again to my little corner of the road. If you’ve read my first post, you already know I’m not your typical travel blogger—and I don’t pretend to be. I’m Jennifer —a graphic designer, wildlife photographer, single mom, brain cancer warrior, and now, remote work road traveler. I’m someone who’s spent a lifetime showing up for others… and now I’m learning how to show up for myself, too Who I Am Profession: I work remotely in graphic design for a nonprofit. I’ve worked from my kitchen, my bedroom, hotel rooms, and (hopefully soon) mountain cabins and beachside porches. Passions: Design, photography (especially wildlife), memory keeping, and finding beauty in simplicity. Mission: To help fellow remote workers—especially women and single parents—discover real places they can stay, work, and breathe easy. This blog isn’t about luxury—it’s about livability. It’s not about clout—it’s about connection....

Why I Chose to Travel While Working Remote

Posted by Jennifer | Remote Roots & Road Reviews “You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. If you’d asked me five years ago—heck, even one year ago—if I’d be packing up my life and taking it on the road, I would’ve smiled politely and told you, “That’s not in the cards for me.” But sometimes life nudges you. Sometimes it shoves. And sometimes, after enough storms, you realize that the roots you’ve grown don’t just hold you down—they can also give you the strength to go. This blog isn’t about escapism. It’s about freedom. It’s about choosing to live, not just survive. A Life Built on Grit and Grace I’m a single mom of twins who just entered college. I’ve been battling brain cancer since childhood and have fought hard to live a full life. I've worked remotely as a graphic designer and have always poured myself into my work, my children, and my faith. I’ve been the helper, the giver, the one who makes sure everyone el...