Hi. I'm Jackie Pape, a writing fanatic and a career journalist.

I'm a native of Southampton, New York, and a graduate from Wake Forest University, where I studied Communication/Media Studies and Journalism.  

While traveling in Italy for a semester, I found a love for all things writing, and continue to explore my passion for photography and cooking. When I'm not at my computer, behind the lens, or in the kitchen, I'm likely at the beach, catching up on current events, watching oldies or riding horses. 

Here you can find my various lifestyle, travel, food and photography stories.