What begins as a spontaneous solo trip across Eastern Europe becomes a journey of rediscovery, faith, and unexpected love.

In Poppies, Pierogies, and Perspective, Frankie Nelson invites readers into ten unforgettable days through Krakow, Slovakia, and Budapest—where laughter, loss, and longing intertwine against centuries-old streets and starlit skies. From tearful moments in castle courtyards to shared prayers over dinner, she captures the beauty of being lost in the world just long enough to find yourself again.

Both a travel memoir and a modern love story, this book reminds us that sometimes the bravest thing we can do is say yes—to the trip, to the people we meet, and to the life waiting on the other side.