Hey, did you hear about our travel photo contest with big prizes? We’re looking for travel photos that capture a sense of wonder and awe. Anywhere you’ve traveled. Doesn’t have to be on one of our trips.

Let us see how you see the world!

The contest will be judged by some high-profile photo women—two from National Geographic, one a Pulitzer Prize winner. Who knows? Maybe it will launch you into a whole new career!

Capturing the moment in Scotland. And maybe winning prizes?

Deadline to submit is May 15.

In other news from NextTribe Global Headquarters….

Jeannie Ralston’s adventure to South America began in Costa Rica yesterday. She’s looking at three resorts as possible hosts for a retreat in 2027. The one she’s staying at today near Nosara is a true wellness resort—no sugar, no additives, completely organic food. Plus, an option for medically-supervised cleanses that repeat guests here say make you feel years younger. Hmmm. She likes the sound of that!

Jeannie Edmunds is holding down the fort in Austin for another week and a half until she heads out on a short trip. Details to come next week. Her big purchase arrived from Morocco, an antique mirror that originally hung in a Berber Kasbah, (as in “come with me to the…”) with coral and turquoise accents and camel-skin in the frame. Fortunately, Dave approves.

But as someone on her Morocco trip says to her husband “I appreciate your approval but don’t need your permission!” Mic drop.

Enjoy the reads!

This Week’s Reads

NextTribe members are all over our Golden Girls Living WhatsApp channel, posting links to lots of “alternative living” arrangements for those of us who want a different kind of retirement. Members, if you want an invitation that WhatsApp group please email [email protected]

Nina Malkin writes about the trend, and a surprising new option we’re considering.

And from the archives, a more conventional—and possibly more tense—option for life after kids and/or work.

Happy shopping, and safe travels—

Jeannie Ralston, CEO + Jeannie Edmunds, Chief Operating Officer

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