I wrote about the sacrifices that we make here, but I really wanted to spend these last few weeks before we head home for summer talking about what we have gained. Being Happy with Less - I'm not trying to get philosophical just yet, I plain and simple mean we live with less amenities than were… Continue reading Growing up Expat – The Gains
Category: Caribbean
A Quick Weekend Getaway
We found ourselves in the islands again, this time for a quick family getaway. Sometimes you need to spend all day in your swim suit searching for crabs, practicing your kayak skills, perfecting your underwater pose, digging for treasure in the white sand, all while sipping fruity drinks. Yeah, so we did that. And… Continue reading A Quick Weekend Getaway
Saving memories…
It was time for a few new family photos, and what better back drop than the old city. I try to get a professional session at least once a year, as these are usually some of the only photos I get to join in on. The bright colors and cobble stone streets set the perfect… Continue reading Saving memories…
The Waiting Game
Part of our life in Colombia has been learning to be not so "productive" - with all the moving pieces, many of them so far out of my control, I have nothing better to do than get very good at waiting. Contrary to what I have been doing my entire life, pausing and waiting is a wonderful… Continue reading The Waiting Game
The Balance – Growing up Expat
I wrote this post a few months after we arrived in Colombia and for some reason, I didn't post it. However, it's interesting to see how far we've come and I do feel that it's still applicable: I am always in pursuit of the balance. There is such a fine balance between raising your kids… Continue reading The Balance – Growing up Expat
Logan’s Friday Favorite
I thought I would put a quick post in honor of my favorite little boy and his new favorite snack. It is a popular Colombian sweet bread. This is Piñita. I am going to include the recipe for a certain Nana who I know is wonderful at making breads. 2 1/4 teaspoons of yeast or… Continue reading Logan’s Friday Favorite
Botanical Garden of Cartagena “Guillermo Piñeres”
Easter Sunday we found some time to take the 30 minute drive out-of-town to the Jardin Botanica, and I'm so glad we did. It far exceeded my expectations. We arrived late afternoon and nearly had the place to ourselves. A groomed trail and a friendly tour guide and we were on our way exploring… Continue reading Botanical Garden of Cartagena “Guillermo Piñeres”
