Oakland Hotels - Reviews and Rates

Wow, so last year about this time, my hubby and I should have been basking in the sun along the Yucatan peninsula. But that was not the case. Instead, we found ourselves unable to travel due to some unexpected changes. That being, we were going to welcome a new member of our traveling family in November of 2008. So, travel plans were on hold for...

Yes, we're back! (in the States, that is) The long flights were uneventful- in a good way. Not much to say there, other than that we rather like airline food! We were fed 2 yummy free meals, coffee afterwards, and ice cream for a snack! Domestic airlines may have taken away free meals, but you can still eat for "free" on international flights- s...

Day 32 It's hard to do your work when you're having so much fun. I think Carrie is like that for me. I have too much fun around her! I have to find a place to check e-mail and such. Carrie loves to go to the Nomad Cafe where they have great lattes and free wireless internet. I got myself a coconut pineapple juice and I was set. Caught up on chec...

If you're on this blog, you probably know me. But if you know me from off the trail, you might not know what this Loafy thing is all about. There's a tradition on the Appalachian Trail that people have "trail names" - an alternate name that they go by on the trail. Just for fun, or maybe to express an alter ego or something. It's a tradition, ri...

I came across an article in the local paper about Couchsurfing.com last week. I think it's an amazing way to foster better cross-cultural understanding, so I joined. As part of my European journey, I'm going to try to couchsurf with new acquaintances met through CS, as well as with my existing friends. It sure beats the impersonal feeling of sta...

Less than 24 hours away from take off. Nervous, excited, unsure of what I am in for. It will be an adventure. One of the reasons were going to South Africa is for the daisies. It's too cold in the States for these daisies, so here we are going to the other end of the world in search of some daisies.

Today was a day totally devoted to my daughter Serena giving her first party. It was a Channukah party, with traditional Jewish food, games, songs, and presents. I got up the earliest, but was soon swept away by Serena to the Orchard Hardware Store for everything from Tiki lamp oil to pine bark mulch. You see, we wanted to have the party outdoor...

Hello everyone! Tomorrow is the big day, and we'll be leaving around noon for Athens. No pictures yet, just a heads up for entries to come. You will be notified when we update. Wish us luck!

Being back at home, I got to share my experiences with my family and friends. I remember coming home to a sign that Alex and Matt made, saying "welcome home". I'll never forget that.