Welcome to Catherine's Joy, a mindful travel and lifestyle blog dedicated to exploring the world responsibly and promoting imperfect sustainable living! I'm Catherine, a 32-year-old Wisconsin native who now calls Chicago home. I started this blog in 2018 as a way to sharpen my writing skills, but along the way, I discovered my passion for sharing travel experiences, my life in Chicago, and life’s little joys.

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Here, you will find stories about my adventures, my love for the world and nature, and a few practical tips to make your own journeys—and daily life—a little more joyful. Thank you for stopping by!