Ever since I was a young adult and had begun to think of having children I have wanted to raise them in different countries so they could experience the world, different cultures, etc. With Stevie being old enough to appreciate some of these things but young enough to still be flexible, the iron is hot. Those of you who know me know I don’t believe on sitting on my dreams. After working in intensive care, trauma, and now hospice for several years, my family motto has become: Vivez sans regrets! (Live without regrets!) So I have decided to move forward with this dream and make it a reality.
We had already planned a trip to east Africa in fall of next year, after the rainy season ends. My plan is evolving still, but currently the plan is we will go to Kenya, Tanzania, Madagascar, and Egypt. From Egypt will fly to Thailand and begin the next adventure in the city of Chiang Mai. The idea is to stay at least a year and then consider moving to another country or staying put longer. We will take things as they come.
While the logical part of my mind is nervous, I see things coming together, and it feels so completely right. I just can’t ignore that.
Like I said, the plan is still evolving. I hope you’ll join us for the Journey through this blog.
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DragonInDenver
16/10/2010 at 5:42 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
I'm in.
Angel
16/10/2010 at 9:36 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
Hell yeah, wouldn't miss it for the world!
Karen
16/10/2010 at 8:27 pm (UTC 8) Link to this comment
Absolutely! What a gift for you both to experience!
senoeth
18/10/2010 at 9:56 pm (UTC 8) Link to this comment
I will be following and living vicariously through you and Stevie. What an absolutely fantastic opportunity for one so young. And you getting to show him the world and different cultures…wow. I am looking forward to the pictures and stories. Stevie is a very lucky kid to have you and you are so blessed to have him. And I am just as blessed to know you!
Anonymous
19/10/2010 at 5:10 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
This is so exciting! I've known people who only dreamed about doing this. As the above poster said, I shall live vicariously through you. Keep us updated often, T.
—Granny
kc
19/10/2010 at 7:03 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
Hmm, almost due south to Jakarta, half way to Singapore or KL, Malaysia…many places to meet sometime…I'm excited for you both…
The Breedloves
19/10/2010 at 11:14 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
I am so excited for both of you. What a fantastic journey. I too will be living vicariously through you.
Evan
20/10/2010 at 11:07 pm (UTC 8) Link to this comment
This is extremely awesome.
Newton Steven
28/10/2010 at 8:07 pm (UTC 8) Link to this comment
You have a great dream! i know that this will come true someday somehow. Well there a lot of place to visit right now! just a regular travel blogger. keep on dreaming it for free.
Margaret
26/11/2010 at 11:24 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
Talon, I love your photos! All are appealing and many reveal an artistic composition esthetic.
I love also your mastery of the spoken word! (For example, “I’m not ADD. I’m a ‘look squirrel.’”
would love to see a photo of you and Tigger.
Margaret
AudreyDez
27/11/2010 at 8:44 pm (UTC 8) Link to this comment
What a great dad! Getting your child to discover the different cultures, places and people is one of the most precious gift you can offer him. Especially if he is still young, it will help a lot to open his mind to different things! You guys are lucky and I wish to you only the best. I follow you 100%.
hop-skip-and-jump.blogspot.com
28/11/2011 at 9:30 pm (UTC 8) Link to this comment
Hi There, I’m so glad I found your blog. You’re so inspiring!
Anonymous
29/11/2011 at 12:53 am (UTC 8) Link to this comment
Thank you! I’m glad you found as well.