It seemed everywhere we turned in Brugge was filled with great atmosphere and character. We stumbled upon the 2Be Bar in Brugge after seeking shelter from a sporadic downpour. I ordered coconut beer, which was actually surprisingly nice, served in, yep you guessed it… A coconut shell! […]
It didn’t take too long before the old travel side had a brief awakening. The excursions were too expensive in my opinion (no surprise there) especially since they are quoted in US dollars. Other guests recommended we use a tour operator outside the resort which would’ve saved a […]
Lately I’ve had a lot of readers asking me what my siblings have been up to since the family trip ended. “What are they doing now? Where do they live? Where did they end up?” I thought I would start with a quick blog from Ammon, since he […]
I’m super excited to have booked booth number #105 at the Fraser Valley Women’s Expo in Chilliwack February 27th-March 1st!!! Bree is the best sister I could’ve ask for. She will be manning the booth in my place, since I will still be here in Holland. Jody, […]
Hey guys, could I possibly ask another favour on top of all that you already do for me?!?! A few people have brought National Geographic’s Traveller of the Year to my attention and have nominated me. If you guys feel I inspire you as a traveller, I would […]
YESSSS!! I got my new passport!!!! I’m set for the next ten years. Yippeee, I’m off on the next adventure!!!! Oh wait…. I almost forgot. **turns around and sits back down** I’m an author now. Write first, travel second. I can only imagine what the postman must’ve […]
Last night, Kees and I arrived at nearly 2am in Brugge, Belgium after a 3.5 hour drive south from Alkmaar, Holland. I’m still so excited about the gorgeous Hotel Jan Brito and all of the wonderful details and decorations from former centuries. They have spoiled us with […]
This is too funny!! So Bree and Ammon both flew out of Vancouver today and when they arrive in their destinations, they will be on the same time zone…. but LOOK at this weather. Manzanillo Mexico Winnipeg, Canada I know who I’d rather be! I’m so […]
There is a GREAT offer at the end of this POST! I was very excited to receive this larger-than-I-expected package of designer travel clothes from my first-ever clothing sponsor! I met Diane Kroe by chance in November as we were walking out of Circle Craft in Vancouver, […]
As much as I want to run off and migrate to the warmth, I will stay. I will sit my little bottom down and write. FOR YOU GUYS! Because I love you. Oh, and my passport being renewed is probably also helping keep me homebound for the next […]
I thought it was SOOO sweet of one of my younger readers, who is now the age I was when I left on the trip, to send me this photo using my book! She came with her mom and grandma to one of my book signings in Vancouver […]
I really enjoyed a day in Haarlem last week with Mom and fellow writer Jessica. I’ve been to Haarlem numerous times, but never as a tourist. I was happy to tag along with Jessica and her friends to explore a bit more of this historical, beautiful city. Our […]
After no communication for nearly ten years, Baagii, a major character from “I Grew My Boobs in China” Vol. 1 of Sihpromatum series, came to visit us in Holland. I was very interested to know more about Baagii and have learned so much about him during his week […]
After successfully capturing our Mongolian friend Baagii, who is featured in “I Grew My Boobs in China”, we promptly got ourselves lost on the way home. We have been to Schiphol, Amsterdam dozens and dozens of times, either picking up friends or departing on various trips of […]
About a week ago, I connected with a new travel friend on Twitter. Her interest in the Silk Road had me instantly interested, and when she asked if I was going to the Vakantiebeurs (Holiday Fair) in Utrecht this week I said, “The what now?” Ever since she […]
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