I highly recommend the book "Vagabonding" by Rolf Potts - it reads more like a philosophical dissertation on the joys of travel than a "travel guide," as it is billed, but it is an enjoyable and smooth read. There were so many moments that gave me pause, so many phrases and thoughts that had come … Continue reading "Vagabonding" – Rolf Potts
Things I’ll Miss: Waffle House
I've been trying to think of things I'll miss aside from the obvious creature comforts. There isn't a ton of stuff that is uniquely American about our culture; we've cobbled so much together from our rich history of immigration. However, I think the traditional American Diner is a unique construct here. And on top of … Continue reading Things I’ll Miss: Waffle House
Skype
I've signed up for Skype and am now pretty comfortable using it. If you don't have it, you should get it if you're interesting. It's an instant messaging program that I'll be using when we travel for chat and voice communication. If you're signed in when I am, no matter where I am, I can … Continue reading Skype
Pawhuska Visit
This weekend Indi and I ventured north to Pawhuska, the town my Dad grew up in and where he and his side of the family currently resides. I hadn't been in awhile.The road up there was beautiful and wonderful as always. I can nearly drive it with my eyes closed, I've done it so many … Continue reading Pawhuska Visit
Saying Goodbye: Part I
Wednesday was the first in what will be many goodbyes to friends and family. I went to the AT&T Call Center I worked at for so long for a farewell tour.It lasted quite a bit longer than I had anticipated. So many people were interested in where I was going and what I was doing. … Continue reading Saying Goodbye: Part I
Less Epic than it Sounds
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Yes, I now know the 'Follow' option doesn't actually notify you when I update this blog. Instead, you have to let me know and I'll add you to an e-mail list on my end.So!If you want to know when we post something, send me an e-mail, comment here, call me, or just find SOME way … Continue reading Be Notified when this is updated: Updated!
Surrounded by Kitteh
Video
I rarely say anything that is politically charged. However, when I heard Arcade Fire's "Windowsill" for the first time it stirred some feelings deep within me. I decided to make a visual representation of those feelings, and here it is. Please feel free to comment.
Deconstructing the Pack
As I mentioned earlier, we packed out our backpacks with our new containing units. I figured I should take this opportunity to revisit the contents of the pack so you can get an idea of what I'm lugging around the world.Left to Right, Row 1: Large/Medium/Small mesh bags for clothes (Pants/shirts/socks), Tent, Keene Sandals. Row … Continue reading Deconstructing the Pack
