Traveling alone to Nice, France helped former public radio host, Steve Scher, overcome a long-held hangup from high school. Has traveling helped you shed a negative belief about yourself? Steve worked side-by-side with host Katy Sewall for 9 years at KUOW Public Radio in Seattle. Now they are both on a quest for discovery and wonder. The two friends meet-up in Seattle for today's long-promised episode.  Thanks to Stackry.com for supporting this program. Shop any US retailer and ship anywhere for less money. Bittersweet Life listeners  get 10% off when you try it! Just use the coupon code: MANGIA **** SPONSOR! Reach expats and future expats living all over the world. Send us an email to get the conversation started.  DONATE! Open your laptop and visit The Bittersweet Life and click the donate button on the right side of the page. The show needs your support to continue.  SAY HI! If you have a question or a topic you want us to address, send us an email. Write to: bittersweetlife@mail.com  You can also talk to us through Twitter, Facebook and Instagram - Tag #thebittersweetlife with your story for a chance to be featured! NEW TO THE SHOW? Don't be afraid to start with Episode 1:OUTSET BOOK! Need a copy of Tiffany's book Midnight in the Piazza? Check it out!   TOUR ROME! If you're traveling to Rome, don't miss the chance to tour the city with Tiffany Parks as your guide!