Tag Archives: vacation

The Becker and Bonga Families


When I first came up with the idea of a one year family road trip, I thought it was somewhat unique. Now I keep my eyes peeled for others doing the same and I find families all over the world doing it. Here’s … Continue reading

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Sleep in a Treehouse!


Have you ever wanted to spend the night in a treehouse? I’m not talking about your kids’ treehouse in the back yard. I’m talking about a real house -  in a tree! Ever since I saw Disney’s The Swiss Family Robinsonas … Continue reading

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Workamping and other ways to earn a living in an RV


I learned a new word recently – workamping. The word was coined and trademarked by Greg and Debbie Robus of Workamper.com back in the 80′s. You can read more about their story on their website. The concept, however, of combining … Continue reading

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Discovery Science Center / Star Wars Exhibit – Santa Ana, California


When we actually get started on our trip, I plan to write reviews for the benefit of others as well as a way to refresh my aging memory. Until then, I’ll start in my own back yard with places I … Continue reading

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Higher Things


Here is a link to a free online Christian magazine for teens. The current issue of Higher Things discusses apologetics. Some of the articles in the current issue: Did the Resurrection Really Happen? Why You Can Trust the New Testament … Continue reading

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Swedish Families leaving home country in order to homeschool


This just in from my mother, who is “a Swedish speaking immigrant from the Åland Islands.” Don’t let that fool you though. She’s all-American even though she talks funny. Apparently, many families are leaving Sweden in order to be allowed to … Continue reading

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Rest Stop Alternatives


Rest stops are very useful to long distance travelers – especially those with small children who need to “go” five minutes after leaving the McDonald’s Playplace! But they can be so much more than simply an unplanned emergency stop – … Continue reading

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Petcentric Pet-Friendly Places


I recently posted about Will and Eko traveling the U.S. to locate dog-friendly places. I knew they were sponsored by Petcentric but I failed to dig further. Petcentric has a “pet-friendly places locator” in which you simply enter a zip … Continue reading

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Thoughts on winning the lottery, Providence and public school funding


The current jackpot in the multi-state Mega Millions lottery, of which California is a participant, is $290 Million! That’s a lot of money, even after taxes. I was never a heavy gambler. Periodic, recreational gambling would have described me best. … Continue reading

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What do the kids think?


I’ve been asked by friends and family – and I’ve seen this topic on other blogs as well- “What do the kids think about leaving for a year?” I suppose if I asked them, “What do you think about leaving … Continue reading

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