Today I arrived in Ghent, Belgium after a days drive through Holland, Belgium and France on backroads and am staying in the Carlton Hotel Gent where we have a lovely European view out our 5th story window. I took lots of photos to share with you AND, always […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
We are picking up Baagii in just TWO hours! He will be landing in Amsterdam at the Schiphol Airport, his first time ever in Holland! I cannot wait to be HIS tour guide and translator for a change. I love how things work out. I remember how he […]
Baagii our guide, translator and most importantly friend from our Mongolian adventures in “I Grew My Boobs in China” is arriving in Holland tomorrow!!! We received a FB message from Baaggii on Tuesday night saying,“How r u Maggie. i guess what I’m going there soon […]
No, You guys. Seriously!! I’m not kidding around. “I Grew My Boobs in China” eBook is totally and completely FREE on Amazon!!! All you have to do is CLICK that book cover over there —>>>> on the side bar which will take you directly to Amazon then press […]
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