Travels from July 15 through August 17th, 2022 “In order to grow, you need to be there at the edge of uncertainty.” Frances Mallman The first roadside attraction after crossing into Ecuador from Colombia was Tulcan Cemetery. The massive property is lined with shrubs manicured into entertaining characters and hosted thousands of deceased. Few, presumably … Continue reading Ecuador – Building Resilience
Category: travel
The Next Chapter: South America
May 10th through June 5, 2022 Delay and dirt are the realities of the most rewarding travel. Paul Theroux Flying over the Darien Gap from Panama to Colombia Crossing into South America was a major milestone on our journey. It was essentially the midway point of the trip and it got us thinking and reflecting. … Continue reading The Next Chapter: South America
Learning As We Go – Costa Rica
The road has become our life and motion is deep within us. We met friends and family in Costa Rica and realized how much we now identify as vagabonds!
Guatemala: Too Powerful for Words
March 1st through 15th, 2022 Yūgen: A deep and mysterious sense of the beauty of the universe. An awareness that triggers emotional responses too deep and powerful for words. (Language: Japanese) As time passes and we reflect on our short time in Guatemala, the value of the experience has grown exponentially. It is one of … Continue reading Guatemala: Too Powerful for Words
Mexico Holds a Piece of our Heart
Our journey from Mexico City to San Cristobal included precious time with family in colorful and energetic places. Check out our pictures and read about the art, culture, food and mezcal we discovered along the way!
Adventure Begins
Baja Mexico, December 14, 2021 - January 12, 2022 Querencia: A place from which one’s strength is drawn, where one feels at home; the place where you feel your most authentic self. (Language: Spanish) Agua Verde, a favorite camp spot in Baja. December 2021 - January 2022 It was an emotional day when we finally … Continue reading Adventure Begins
Reunions & Preparations, Anxiety & Anticipation
Australia, Canada & USA, September - December 2021 Resfeber: The restless race of the traveler’s heart before the journey begins, when anxiety and anticipation are tangled together (Language: Swedish) Warm greeting upon landing in Minneapolis! September 2021 For a while we felt shocked. We were actually home. We were allowed to go out in public, with … Continue reading Reunions & Preparations, Anxiety & Anticipation
Such Is Life as a Stay At Home Wife
Melodies can bring back memories, and define periods of life. Presently, "Too Much Time On My Hands" (by Styx) is one of my themes. I don't have a job (yet) and Will and I are living in a hotel. I've mastered the skills of cooking in a mini kitchen with only a bread knife and … Continue reading Such Is Life as a Stay At Home Wife
The Great Ocean Road
A slideshow of memories captured on our weekend drive down The Great Ocean Road. Breathtaking views, quaint little towns, wildlife and wind!
Settling In
This marks our third week living in Australia. Typically after two weeks on a travel adventure, it's time to go home and get back to work. I have to get used to the fact that this extended "vacation" is my life. Yesterday I was out exploring parks and neighborhoods and I was surprised by the … Continue reading Settling In
WilbyCollins 