Green is directly related to color and after searching through our photos, most really are nature related. But, these 4 stand out. Top L. A little boy in Cambodia riding on the back of a bicycle. Top R. Halong Bay, Vietnam Bottom L. The Temples of Angkor, Cambodia Bottom R. A young boy selling coconuts … Continue reading »
The French Countryside On our RV adventure through Europe we were able to see some amazing sites. The French Countryside stretched forever and definitely was one of the most colorful and peaceful places. Waldii, Switzerland We visited our friends Daniel and Silas in Waldii. They were two of among I would say the whole … Continue reading »
Reblogged from Spinning Free: If there was one thing I was going to do when I arrived in Chiang Mai for the first time, back in March of this year, it was ride an elephant. Vain visions of myself communing with nature while riding atop a massive elephant as we ambled through the Thai jungle … Continue reading »
All in the name of peace. We found this cutie in Mui Ne, Vietnam. He was our $5 a day tour guide and showed us a great time on the Red Sand Dunes of the area. We spent the day with him surfing down this amazing desert near the Vietnam coast. You can read more … Continue reading »
So, as Ajuma-Nature would have it, last Sunday’s attempt at going to a Lotte Giants game was thwarted by a sudden downpour. No matter though, when life gives you lemons, you grab big balls….and so we went bowling. Per the suggestion of our friendly hosts, we found a spot full of these big balls below … Continue reading »
As South Korea’s economy continues to grow amidst a turbulent global economic forecast, the proud successes of the hard working Korean population are masking an issue that has grown to be amongst the worst in the world. Poverty within the elderly sect has grown to levels that are disturbing to say the least when you … Continue reading »
As we prepped for our next trip at the end of the month I realized that I was running into an issue. My passport was about out of space which could in fact cause an issue. Having less than 4 pages could stop me from traveling in or out of the country and while being … Continue reading »
The first thing that came to mind when I read this weeks photo challenge was our lives. Adam and I eloped a little over 2 years ago at this spot in Koh Samui, Thailand. We eloped at The Kala Samui. You can read more about that amazing day here. To merge is to blur the … Continue reading »
Today, August 15th is Gwangbokjeol in South Korea. Literally, the “Restoration of Light Day”. Commemorating South Korea’s liberation from Japanese colonial rule in 1945 and the creation of the South Korean government 3 years later in 1948. Encouraged to fly the countries flag, Gwangbokjeol is a proud day full of nationalistic pride and commemoration … Continue reading »
About a week ago I got a message from a staff member that runs the prAna (sustainable clothing) Facebook page and was asked to do a piece for their blog! Being a big fan of the clothing line and owning a some of the gear myself I was honored by the offer. I was asked … Continue reading »
Transport around the world varies a bit when you consider geography, socioeconomic climates and practicality. Traveling outside the states you begin to notice a few rather distinct differences on the roadways. Take Europe where the largest thing they’ve got is a Land Rover and as Britishly cool as they are, you don’t see all that … Continue reading »
When choosing our second city of residence in South Korea, geography an climate played an exceptionally large role. Having come off a stay at our coldest location in Denver which at times seemed to be stuck in perpetual winter status, we opted for a happy medium between the mile high city and our Florida roots … Continue reading »
Real men wear Purple… Purple Aprons… and take cooking classes! My wife and I were on our 5 month backpacking trip through Asia and Europe when she wanted to sign up for Thai Cooking classes in Chiang Mai. Not only did I make curry with a mortar and pestle, but I donned a purple apron. … Continue reading »
Adam needs to renew his visa in September and instead taking the hydrofoil over to Japan like he did last time, I mentioned taking a trip. We have been in Asia now for 6 months and not traveled (I know, can you believe it?!?!) So, I casually looked through the calendar at work and noticed … Continue reading »
I guess it was about the time I left that comforts of my air conditioned apartment this morning and entered the sweltering hallway when it hit me…..”it’s f’n hot as ball$”. Sorry if thats overly scientific but its the truth. So much so that authorities issued an actual heat wave advisory for greater Seoul and … Continue reading »
This is by no means the most comprehensive list , but it certainly one that can add a numbing effect to the many “WTF!?” moments that any newbie is going to encounter in their initial stages of life in South Korea. (Side note, please don’t be offended, this is advice based only on our experience.) … Continue reading »
I spend my day working with Adults here in Busan. My Encounter classes only have 1 – 4 students which enables me to really get to know my students. At the beginning of every class they introduce themselves to me and to their classmates. Being that our center has one of the youngest populations, most … Continue reading »
