Tag Archives: Travel

Hiatus

Posted on January 13, 2015 by Janette

Leaving the 95 degree weather with 89% humidity of Indonesia and being greeted by the -20F weather with 0% humidity of Canada was like a slap in the face…literally.  But Canada is not only magical in the wintertime, it’s also … Continue reading →

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Singapore…part deux

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Janette

Having only been to Singapore once before…for about 10 hours…I wanted to arrange a weekend getaway to see more of the city/country. It really is a great place to spend a few days.  Although it’s much more expensive than Indonesia, … Continue reading →

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No Woman is an Island

Posted on August 2, 2014 by Janette

Wandering souls still need constants, a North Star if you will, to remain grounded while reaching for the heavens to fulfill ones dreams. Constants are important to everyone, to humankind.  We are comfortable when we can depend on staples of … Continue reading →

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The Art of Honking Horns

Posted on January 12, 2014 by Janette

Horns are honked for many reasons.  Deciphering those honks is like the systematic process of identifying the cause of a baby’s cry.  This process is quite intricate but becomes second-nature over time (or so I’m told). Let’s start out simple.  … Continue reading →

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Indonesia – The Early Days

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Janette

Well, I’ve now been in Indonesia for one week.  It’s hard to believe that my months of planning and preparation are over and I’ve magically found myself “here.” With the help of the wonderful people I will be spending my … Continue reading →

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Moving…to Indonesia!

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Janette

“ONE  DOES  NOT  DISCOVER  NEW  LANDS  WITHOUT  CONSENTING  TO LOSE  SIGHT  OF  THE  SHORE  FOR  A  VERY  LONG  TIME.” The past five years have encompassed an interesting time of my life.  I may not have appreciated it at the time, … Continue reading →

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Tanzania: Part 1 (the local life)

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Janette

So much anticipation was coursing through my body that I really wasn’t able to sleep on my first flight, even though it was evening and I was tired.  Many things were running through my head.  Did I forget to pack … Continue reading →

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Destined Destinations

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Janette

I’ve always been a planner and have set short-term goals for myself with reasonable expectations.  Sometimes I even refer to a mysterious “list” of different things, which is totally non-existent, but a tool I use in conversation to convey approval … Continue reading →

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Notable Mentions

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Janette

When I travel, I always have a journal at hand to keep a record of my itinerary and experiences, so I can be whisked back to a particular adventure or sensation any time thereafter.  This has proven to be a … Continue reading →

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Teaching in Tanzania!!!

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Janette

I am so excited about my new project!  I have just signed up for a volunteer vacation, in which I will be teaching English to children in Tanzania for 2 weeks in June! This has been a wish of mine … Continue reading →

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