Off “the Rock”: The Road Less Traveled is a collection of reflections from one Newfoundland woman’s travels around the globe. Jennifer Yolanda Elms takes you on a journey of personal and geographic exploration, cultural exchange, and self-discovery. At the age of 20, Jennifer leaves her small hometown in Newfoundland, Canada to expand her horizons. She embarks upon a journey of adventure and personal growth intricately sculpted by the Universe as she lives, works and weaves her way through over 20 countries. Jennifer paints a portrait of scenes that jump off the page in a series of stories that capture a diverse range of relationships, situations, places and emotions and provides a glimpse into the realities of international development.