Nova Scotia (New Scotland), Canada, has been on my radar for a while, now. I think I first became intrigued by this area immediately after 9/11, 2001, when 40 planes carrying more than 8000 people were diverted to the Halifax, Nova Scotia airport. I remember hearing stories about how the … Continue reading
Following a fantastic couple of months in the Sea of Cortez, El Gato returned to her “home port” in Puerto Vallarta to begin her season of hibernation. During the summer months, it is just too damn hot, rainy and miserable for us to stay aboard, even though plenty of people … Continue reading
They say third time’s charm, and I have to agree. This Spring, Jeff and I returned to the Sea of Cortez. Originally, we weren’t planning to go, but the Sea beckoned us and we listened. I’m so glad we did. To read about our first year in the Sea, click … Continue reading
It seems like every time Jeff and I travel to a new-to-us town in Mexico, we decide we could live there. Zacatecas was no different. We were nearing the end of our four-month road-trip through the Mexican colonial highlands, and had just completed another month-long Spanish language course, so we … Continue reading
I’m not a swimmer. Sure, I can swim, but for me, “freestyle” means merging any combination of strokes and kicks that will keep me from sinking below the water’s surface. I excel at the dog paddle, and can tread water all day long. It’s not pretty, but I stay afloat. … Continue reading
I was ready for an urban experience after our latest stops in Malinalco and Valle de Bravo. So I was super-excited that our next stop was Santiago de Queretaro, the capital of Queretaro state. This UNESCO city has been recognized as Mexico’s safest city with the best quality of life. It … Continue reading
During our two summers of traveling through the cool and refreshing Mexican Highlands, we have spent a fair amount of time in Mexico City. As much as I love the energy of the city, I had to wonder where the more the residents go to get away from it all. … Continue reading
Just the thought of another Christmas in the tropics, on a boat, surrounded by palm trees and dolphins was depressing enough. (Yeah, I know. Please don’t hate…) Let alone the fact that I have hauled these winter clothes from Unspeakable merchandise of mine-only my favorites but enough to take up 1/4 … Continue reading
Monday was one of the most difficult days ever. Jeff and I took our beloved Roxie to the vet and had her compassionately put to sleep. We said our goodbyes and I sang her favorite songs in her ear as she drifted off, snuggled up in her favorite dog bed. … Continue reading
When Jeff and I decided to enjoy the traveling lifestyle full-time, we began with land-travel. We bought a little pop-up camper, loaded up the necessities-including our three rescued dogs-and hit the road. We dubbed ourselves “3 Pups In A Pop-Up”, complete with tons of bumper-stickers, magnetic car signage and a … Continue reading