VAGABONDING

There's something to be said for inspiring people to laugh and love life. You know that's all that some people have? It isn't much, but it's better than nothing in this cock-eyed caravan world of freelance thinking and writing. *Stefanie Durham is an internationally published author (in 26 different languages, but only one of which she understands) with inspirational and humorous leanings who lives and works'"often simultaneously'"in Jacksonville, Florida. She is incredibly affable, easy to work with, charming, loyal and can be counted on to drive a getaway car. Her experience ranges from non-fiction/fiction short stories and magazine articles to travel writing with a twist. Her humorously surreal style could be described as loquaciously whimsical or ridiculously wordy, depending on the reader's mood. Exploring and romanticizing long forgotten places and "Hangin' with the Locals" wherever her travels take her is her passion. Excavating what's real -- . the good stuff! She can write in any style you like for print or web. Her work is lively, fresh, original, and rich in content, and is always ready when you want it. She has never missed a deadline. She has an absolute passion for writing, and puts all of her energy, skills, and creativity into everything she does. Stefanie is devoted to her work and to the needs of her client. When she's not writing, she's usually off vagabonding in any part of the world whenever possible. Her mantra is "travel slowly with a purpose" and "Get to know the culture -- allow the culture to know you. Also, she tries not to swear at home, but sometimes it's a tall order. Peanut M&Ms seem to be helpful. Currently, in her spare time when she's not "Keeping up with the Kardashians" she's working on her novel. Writing clips are available upon request.

I'm a professional freelance writer and author based out of Austin, Texas. When not there, I can be found vagabonding in most any corner of the world. I have written for National Geographic, CNN, AOL Travel, Globe Pequot Press, USA Today, Andrew Harper Traveler and many others. I specialize in cultural, learning, volunteer and eco travel - staying off the typical tourist trail. I am also the author of two books, co-author of one, and contributor to four others.

I left home at the tender age of 18 to begin my trek around the earth. It's been one year so far and it certainly has been one for the books. Literally.

I have spent my life as a professional Vagabonder. I have traveled the United states watching people and experiencing the various cultures. I've done things from Packing Houses, Juvenile Treatment Centers, Photographer, to Interstate Bus Driver.

Jim is a long time mystery shopper with thousands of shops completed. He is the owner of a learn to mystery shop web page at http://paidtoshop.zoxic.com

My life is my paper,my canvas,my infinate possibility...my dream. Being in nature, viewing art,reading,listening to music,dancing,traveling and being with loved ones feed my soul. Writing is the channel through which my heart speaks of all the agony and ecstasy of a life we