Hello!

Hello! I’m Elizabeth.

I’m a writer, podcaster, and curious traveler who believes the best way to raise empathetic, lifelong learners is to show them the world.

I co-host Slate’s parenting podcast Care and Feeding, where we answer listener questions, swap stories, and talk honestly about the messy, magical parts of raising kids. (Got a question? Please email us anytime at careandfeedingpod@slate.com).

I also hosted “Life Without Walls”, a video series for Air Force Outdoor Recreation, where I share the incredible adventures of Air and Space Force families around the world.

A Life in Motion

We’re currently based in O’ahu, Hawaii, but home for us is wherever curiosity takes us. Our family has lived in the Netherlands, Japan, and across the U.S.

Together, we’ve traveled to more than 30 countries, exploring as we learn: through parks, picnics, museums, grocery stores, and the everyday places that make travel feel real.

Whether we’re chasing fireflies in Georgia or watching the salmon run in Hokkaido, we see the world as our classroom — full of winding paths, hidden wonders, and big, beautiful questions.

Before the Goose

I earned my Juris Doctorate from Emory Law, and before launching into full-time creative work, I spent time with NASA, the Federal Aviation Administration, and a media consulting firm in Washington, D.C.

Now, as a military spouse and mother of three, I combine that analytical background with storytelling. I want to help families find practical, meaningful ways to connect through travel and learning.

About the Blog

Dutch, Dutch Goose began as a way to keep family and friends up to date on our adventures — but it’s grown into a space for families who love to explore, whether that’s across the world or just down the road.

Here you’ll find honest advice, detailed itineraries, homeschool inspiration, and stories from the road — the wins, the meltdowns, and everything in between.

Think of me as that friend who’s always ready with travel tips, gear recommendations, and “what actually worked for us” stories.