SJ is midwest-based travel, food, and wine writer. SJ particularly loves outdoor adventures and is on a quest to visit all 63 national parks. With a degree in history and a penchant for good food and wine, she is always up for a food and wine tour, and anything that allows her to dig into the history and culture of the areas she visits. SJ loves to experience local food spots wherever she goes. Her work has been published in numerous outlets including her own site, theprosperousblonde.com. She is a member of IFWTWA, Travmedia, and the International Travel Writers Alliance.