Despite the simply joys of sheltering in place, I do miss traveling—the momentum, the uncertainties, the inevitable breakdowns and breakthroughs, the unexpected encounters in the big, wide, beautiful world. Traveling gives me a certain edge that awakens my senses, jostles me into vigilance, brings fresh perspectives. When traveling I have to pay attention in ways that I can forget in the comforts and rhythms of home, where I might be more likely to just hum along in a zone.