Taiwan – Page 9 – Six Abroad

Cambodia!

The kids and I got an entire week off for Chinese New Year so we decided to go to Cambodia. We absolutely loved it! Here is the first video from the trip.

I am hygienically dumbfounded! You’re probably a bit confused by my proclamation, so here’s the background. When we were preparing to come to Taiwan just over a year ago, I stockpiled basic hygiene products: toothpaste, deodorant, soap, lotion, shampoo, conditioner, razors, etc. I also loaded up on makeup, fingernail polish, hairspray and all that girlyContinue reading “Hygienically Dumbfounded”

Happy Holidays

Taroko Gorge Marathon

In November we traveled to Taroko Gorge for one of the largest running events in Taiwan. Ben ran the half marathon. That’s 21 kilometers. The rest of us ran/walked the 5K. I don’t think Ben will do it again, but he finished and did not die.

Top 10

Today marks the one year anniversary of our arrival in Taiwan. I have learned a lot over the past year. Here are my Top 10: 10. There are people who can, and do stand on the toilet seat when using the bathroom. Apparently it’s a more hygienic approach than the traditional sitting method of toiletContinue reading “Top 10”

Gratitude

I have much to be grateful for on this Thanksgiving day. First off, I’m grateful for my mother’s turkey roasting pan that she let me take overseas and that I get to use to cook my first ever Thanksgiving turkey. When I packed it a year ago, I had no idea how precious itContinue reading “Gratitude”

Thanksgiving Mooching: The End of an Era

I am fully aware that I spend more time than is necessary admitting my foibles and shortcomings on this blog. But I’m about to do more. So if you’re tired of my rantings and want to read about a domestic goddess, stop reading my blog now and check out my friend Melissa’s blog. She’s moreContinue reading “Thanksgiving Mooching: The End of an Era”