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…
Family world travel Stay Tuned! 27 Feb 201826 Feb 2018 It's the busy season for us. Between Brett and I we will have been to 6 countries in 2 months. So, writing will have to take a little hiatus. But…
adjustment abroad… Only in China! 13 Feb 2018 A picture says a thousand words. Frederick R. Barnard I love China! My favorite aspects of living here are the things you see that get lost in translation, whether it…
China… Shanghai Walks: a trip back in time 24 Jan 201824 Jan 2018 There is something in Shanghai that is very exciting and alive - the idea of a city with two different souls, one from today and another from a long time…
adjustment abroad… A Different Kind of Christmas 5 Dec 2017 I'll be home for Christmas You can plan on me Please have snow and mistletoe And presents on the tree Christmas Eve will find me Where the love light gleams…
Christmas Sugar Cookies… Forget Black Friday, Let’s Celebrate Cookie Friday! (Christmas Sugar Cookies) 28 Nov 201728 Nov 2017 In America, many people spend the day after Thanksgiving shopping. We call it Black Friday, and it is THE best day to stock up on Christmas gifts by hunting for…
adjustment abroad… The Dark Side of Living Abroad 20 Nov 201721 Nov 2017 Most of the time living abroad is pretty great. We have a driver and a house cleaner. Eating out happens more regularly. We have the opportunity to travel and experience…
United States Fall Favorite Apple Crisp 31 Oct 20176 Nov 2017 Every year the fall season arrives with a healthy dose of nostalgia and delicious things to eat. I will admit I go completely pumpkin and apple crazy this time of…
United States Fall in Love With Fall. An American’s how-to guide for making the season a success. 30 Oct 20176 Nov 2017 I could write a novel about how much I love the fall season. Crisp, fresh air, apple pies, deep vibrant colors dotting the trees. Yep, fall is pretty great. My…
Dubai… Dubai in a Day 24 Oct 2017 I have a confession to make. I am an obsessive planner. For those of you who know me, this comes as no surprise. I have lists upon lists, 4 calendars,…
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