As we move into the second year of this blog, I’m realizing how fast time can fly. Its almost Thanksgiving and we leave in just a short 5 months! As we get closer to our dream of traveling everywhere but nowhere as Chuck puts it, the busier we are becoming with our planning and preparing. … More Am I paranoid or trying to be safe and secure? Depends on who you ask……

Our second passports have arrived! And, they are good for 4 years. In the past they have only been good for 2 years at a time. So this is a pleasant surprise. Why do we need a second passport? Shouldn’t one be enough? When we travel to other countries, most visa’s can be done online such … More Passports, Insect Bite Prevention

Today we went for round two of our Hepatitis A/B vaccines. The final round for those will be in March. I can tell you they do not feel great. Now we need to order (from the local Walgreen’s pharmacy) the Japanese Encephalitis and the Typhoid vaccines. Chuck is going to get the Tetanus. I am highly … More 2nd round of vaccines, most houses are booked!

Today is Labor day. The day we dedicate to the social and economic achievements of American workers. I believe we all work hard whether it be a hard laborer or a stay at home mom/dad. We all deserve to relax and appreciate each others hard work. Before I get into our vaccine drama, I’ve posted some photos from our trip to … More Immunizations, Frustrations, Labor Day Weekend

CLOTHES Last weekend we went window shopping for lightweight, UV protectant, quick drying clothes. We will only take 3 suitcases and two backpacks so we need all the clothes we will own in those suitcases. These types of clothes wont wrinkle as easy, at least I hope not, and we should be able to pack … More Clothing and Packing for 5 years of travel, Vaccines which means needles, EEK!