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Women in China
We are in Menghai in Xishuangbanna, southwest China, a farming region, with tropical climate. The women of China have impressed me. I find them friendly, helpful and curious about foreigners. But here are several groups that particularly stand out. One are the women workers. … Continue reading
Posted in China, China-southern, China-Vietnam
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Wild Elephant Reserve
Today, we rode a local bus to a wild elephant reserve, about 20 miles outside of town. Beautiful, jungle-y countryside. Felt a lot like the cloud forests of Honduras or Costa Rica. It is really kind of fun to try … Continue reading
Posted in China, China-southern, China-Vietnam
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¡Feliz Año Nuevo!
Well, 2007, a New Year, a new beginning. We are in Rio Gallegos on the east coast of Argentina. At midnight, we heard a few fireworks, and then more and more. The entire sky, all over the city was filled … Continue reading
Posted in Argentina 1, Patagonia
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Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas wishes from Puerto Montt Chile. Just arrived here after a 7 hour bus ride over the Andes mountain from Bariloche Argentina. Beautiful. Rivers, waterfalls, volcanoes covered with snow. All along the highways are lupine blooming in purple, pink … Continue reading
Posted in Chile, Patagonia
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Ready or Not?
Well, I packed today. Everything for two months rolled and folded, in two small bags. Fishing gear, clothes, fly tying kit, books, even laundry detergent. I am sure they won’t seem small when I have to lug them all through … Continue reading
Now I join the Age …
Now I join the Age of the Blog. This is my very first blog post. It is 10 days and counting before we take off for Santiago and the great adventure. Excitement mounts! Big focus on packing. Not taking too … Continue reading
Posted in Musings
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