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Wander Light: Notes on Carrying Less and Seeing More

By Brian Mahaney

I’m thrilled to announce that my new book, Wander Light: Notes on Carrying Less and Seeing More, is now available on Amazon! This book is a collection of my real travel stories and reflections from journeys across Ireland, Brazil, Turkey, and more. It's about the freedom found in simplicity and the beauty of being present.

Thank you all for your support and encouragement. I hope this book inspires you to carry only what truly matters and to see the world with new eyes.

Grab your copy here!

Read my blog post telling you more about the book here.

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