March 17, 2015 in Guatemala, North America, Travelogue
It is a subject of much discussion among my teenagers as to why more travelers do not ride chicken buses. We understand why most tourists don’t, they’ve been scared off […]
November 15, 2012 in Asia, blog, Education, Inspiration, Thailand, Travelogue
Last night I made beef stroganoff over rice, with a side of lemony snake beans, crusty bread, salad and kiwi for dessert. This was a banner meal for us in […]
January 5, 2012 in Africa, Austria, Belgium, Belize, Canada, Czech Republic, England, Europe, France, Germany, Guatemala, Inspiration, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, North America, Travelogue, Tunisia, United States
I came upon a post like this on a new blog I’m exploring Mama’s Got Wanderlust. Of course the name resonates with me, you ought to check it out. It’s […]
July 13, 2011 in Czech Republic, Europe, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, Inspiration, Mexico, North America, Travelogue, United States
I’ve had a lot of fun reading the 7 Links posts that folks have been posting. It’s always interesting to me to read back through old stories and watch how […]
March 25, 2011 in blog, Guatemala, North America, Travelogue
You can trust me when I say that any morning beginning with vomit and a side order of anti-diarrheals with breakfast for two thirds of the family is a harbinger […]
March 23, 2011 in blog, Guatemala, Honduras, North America, Travelogue
Sometimes, timing is everything. You wouldn’t think so, living down here, where we’ve officially retired our watches and just live life on our bio-rhythms and what seems “right” in terms […]
March 21, 2011 in Guatemala, Honduras, North America, Travelogue
It’s morning. Grey light is filtering through the old cotton sheet that doubles as a curtain. Tony and the girls are still snoozing beneath their blue blankets. Not a sound […]
February 25, 2011 in Guatemala, North America, Travelogue
The children hop like grasshoppers when the word “Chichicastenango” surfaces. It’s one of their favourite towns in the highlands of Guatemala and is home to a market that draws visitors […]
January 31, 2011 in Belize, North America, Travelogue
Everyone should ride a chicken bus at least once. If for no other reason than to gain an appreciation for what excellent and comfortable service Grey Hound provides, or as […]
January 27, 2011 in Belize, North America, Travelogue
As some of you know, our sweet Hannah is on her first solo expedition! She’s backpacking with kids on the mainland of Belize this week while we cool our heels on […]
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