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The Bunch Abroad

Our family's journey experiencing life from the Great Lakes to the Great Wall.

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      • Shanghai Walks: a trip back in time
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      • Who’s Ready for Some Good Old-Fashioned Axe Throwing?
    • Koh Lanta
      • 8 Days on Koh Lanta, Thailand
      • The Pimalai Resort and Spa. Koh Lanta, Thailand
      • When in Thailand…Muay Thai Boxing
      • How do you Bathe your Elephant?
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  • U.S.
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    • Seattle
      • 11 Weird and Wonderful Things to do in Seattle
      • A Day in the City. 5 Things to do in Seattle.
      • A Day in the City. 3 More Things to do in Seattle.
  • Europe
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    • Berlin
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      • Don’t Go To Scotland!
      • For the love of Scotland! Two girls take off on the trip of a lifetime
    • Budapest
  • SE Asia/Middle East
    • Indonesia
      • A Day on Bali
      • Get Lost! (in Nusa Lembongan)
      • Loving Lombok
    • Dubai in a Day

Tag: daily life

adjustment abroad…

The New Normal-A Repatriation Journey

1 Oct 201923 Jan 2020
I walked with a friend today.  Now before you give a little sigh and think, wow, Laurie, good for you, this event was not as small as it sounds. Continue reading…
adjustment abroad

Living Small in a Big World

14 Mar 201923 Jan 2020
From time to time during our expat journey, I find myself stepping back to look at the reality of the opportunity we’ve been given. I pause and realize just how…
Scotland

Don’t Go To Scotland!

15 Nov 2018
Don’t go to Scotland for the HighlandsOr you will be awestruck by the magnificent beauty of the interlaced emerald Munros towering high above the cool, misty land. Adorned with heather…
Bangkok

Who’s Ready for Some Good Old-Fashioned Axe Throwing?

15 Oct 2018
Being Bangkok newbies, we haven’t yet had a chance to explore all this great city has to offer.  We are finding there are endless things to do and see here,…
adjustment abroad

The Second Time Around (Kid’s Version): 5 Reasons Why Kids Should Live Abroad Again

23 Sep 2018
The first time Brett asked my thoughts about a possible move to Bangkok, I quickly responded (and when I say quickly responded, I mean I didn’t even have to think…
adjustment abroad…

The Second Time Around. 5 Reasons Why You Should Live Abroad Again.

11 Sep 2018
We are now officially on our second overseas move. I’m still surprised we now call Bangkok home, especially because a mere three months ago we were unsure we would even…
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6 Reasons Why Kids Should Live Abroad

22 May 201823 Jan 2020
My 11-year-old, Jack had quite a day last week. He decided he would go on an “adventure bike ride” around our neighborhood. When he returned, his eyes were alight with…
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Hey Mom, You’ve Got This!

9 May 2018
It’s no secret, being a mom is tough. From late night feedings to late night curfews. From crying babies to mouthy teenagers. It’s no wonder we stress our way through…
Chengdu…

A Weekend in Chengdu​, China

9 Apr 201823 Jan 2020
Last week we took a quick trip over to Chengdu for some sightseeing and panda hugging. Yes, panda hugging. What a great trip! Well, how could it be bad if…
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Calm Down!

26 Mar 201830 Mar 2018
Hello! I’ve missed you. I’m finally back from all the traveling and visitors of late. It is incredible how quickly a month has flown by.Continue reading "Calm Down!"

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Laurie

Laurie

Welcome to my blog! I am dedicated wife and mother of four learning to live and love through the many adventures that come our way. Our lives are rich with the blessings of God's love and I rely on Him daily for guidance through this crazy adventure called life. We are the Burin Bunch and I hope you will enjoy joining me on our journey.

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