Overall we were in Nepal for 22 days. We had been in “underdeveloped” countries before, but this was a totally new experience. Nepal was already a developing country, but on top of that it has suffered tremendously of late. The…
Thailand Thoughts and Costs
Thailand was fantastic. On all levels, it delivered – from the picturesque ruins and villages of Sukhothai, to the Wats and shops of Chiang Mai; from the colorful streets of Bangkok to the outdoor adventures across the country. We ziplined,…
The Packing List
1 day until liftoff. It has been awesome to visit with family and friends for the past month, and now it’s time to truly break away. The journey begins tomorrow and we think (hope, pray, doubt) that we are ready. We…
To-Do’s and Ta-Done’s
I think today marks the longest I have been out of work since I left school. In 16 years, I only took a 2-week vacation once, and even then it felt weird. A few times I worked away from the…
The Itinerary Post
At our family 4th of July gathering, I had many requests to post our itinerary. After much debate and reworking and cost analysis, our final route is complete. This is an overview of our trip. I have decided that trip…
Goals
Caleb and I talk a lot about our interests. His topics are usually military history or current events, and mine always turn toward our plans for the future or finances. I tell him all the time that he has to…
Decisions
Deep breath… About 6 months ago, K and I decided that it was time for serious change – again. We would not only abandon our current house and job (like the last 6 times), but we would also leave our…