Local Experiences Along the Tourist Trail in Hue
There is a well-worn tourist trail in Vietnam, and yes, the Vietnamese can be quite aggressive when it comes to tourism and selling you things,…
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Finding our Stride in Hanoi
Jet lag was wearing off, and now we were rapidly adjusting to a new culture and environment. After 4 years of being away from Vietnam,…
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Assuming Responsibility
I mouthed the words, “It’ll be ok.” through the front window of the car as we pulled away. After all, I was taking away my…
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Week In-stagram Review
Each week brings some new scenery and location for me – that’s just the way I like it. If you want to follow where I…
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Travels with My Mother
“Mom, what are you still dreaming of doing, what big wish remains that you still want to do or accomplish, what passions haven’t you accomplished…
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Guysborough Nova Scotia: A Small Town with Big Attractions
“There are few places left on earth like the District of Guysborough. Better come now.” – that’s the motto of the area – and it’s…
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Where Have All the Pencils Gone?
I sat on the train and watched my mom complete her crossword puzzle with her No. 2 pencil. I was thinking about how I hadn’t…
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The Rhythm of the Ocean Route
“I think these are the nicest people I have ever seen working on a train.” My mom stated as the conductor poured us yet another…
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Normandy’s Non-WWII Sites
When you think of Normandy attractions, you are immediately thrust into WWII and images of D-Day. There is no shortage of tour buses and tours…
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Enemies and Friends in Normandy
I stood staring at the wide expanse of Omaha Beach, squinting my eyes and trying to imagine what that historic day was like. D-Day seems…
