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August 16, 2011

Biking through Bangkok

id you say temples? What a glorious display of magnificent temples, from Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) to Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) to Wat Pho, home to the reclining Buddha. These sacred places along with the passion and knowledge shared by our incredible guide, allowed Buddhism to add a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere to the entire adventure.

August 4, 2011

Do you know where your kids are Planking?

Take PLANKING. Now I like to think I am up to date on current trends, but this one had escaped me. Is it going to the gym and building muscle as you hold yourself stiff as a board? No, not at all. Planking means lying yourself face down, arms at your side in any bizarre place you choose. Like at a temple, or on an elephant.

July 7, 2011

How to Build an Adventure

Fly 6 hours to London – amazing how close it is, right? Spend all day in London. Maybe you meet up with a friend like I did, maybe you head into Windsor Castle or maybe you hang at Heathrow. I do recommend paying 17.95 GBP for three hours in the Executive Lounge. Very civilized, and…

June 29, 2011

Lessons from an Awesome Packer

How do you travel for weeks with just one carry on sized bag?

June 23, 2011

Graduations: Love them and Weep.

When my #2 child Mira was in kindergarten, she painted this little clay pot which held one spindly piece of cactus. And so now, as my #3, and last, child graduates from high school and I contemplate a long over due repotting – I find an analogy!

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