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The Croissant Incident
When even the birds stop fishing, what does survival mean?
Feb 21 • Simona Ioannoni
So My Friend’s Sister-in-Law Started a Cult
Yes with a throne, followers, bowing — the whole thing.
Jun 3, 2025 • Simona Ioannoni
The Mystery of Karakanda
A remote Mongolian camp, two strangers, and a stash of foreign money—by the time night fell, all we could do was stay awake and hope we were wrong.
May 6, 2025 • Simona Ioannoni
Naked Encounters
A spontaneous dip in a forest hot spring stripped away more than just my bikini — it unraveled what I thought I knew about control and modern mating…
Apr 22, 2025 • Simona Ioannoni
No Grace, Just Grit: My First Time Surfing
... and let me tell you, it’s not for the faint of heart.
Feb 25, 2025 • Simona Ioannoni
My Durian Awakening
Curiosity can lead us to experiences we never imagined — and durian was just the beginning of my adventure.
Jan 28, 2025 • Simona Ioannoni
Chasing Black Friday: A Tale of Hope, Hype, and Regret
American Threads
Dec 1, 2024 • Simona Ioannoni
The White Elephant Under the Sink
When your Airbnb guests ask for the strangest things — and you’re left trying to make sense of it all.
Oct 28, 2024 • Simona Ioannoni
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