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From the Andes to the Alps: Embracing Our Next Adventure

At our wedding, just over 2 years ago, we had guests sign a copy of “Oh,The Places You’ll Go!” by Dr. Seuss, in lieu of a traditional guest book.  At that time we had been discussing the possibility of an international move, but had no idea where we would be living in 6 months time. We never could have anticipated that in 2 short years, we would be preparing for our second inter-continental move. Yet, here we are. Continue reading “From the Andes to the Alps: Embracing Our Next Adventure”

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When You’re No Place Like Home For the Holidays

For the first time in my life, I know with complete certainty that I won’t be having a White Christmas. This afternoon I walked to a flower market, planted some new petunias on my balcony and then headed into the kitchen to bake Christmas cookies. Here in the Southern hemisphere it is full on summertime, and my brain still can’t still seem to process the fact that it can simultaneously be pool season and the holiday season.

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Easter Island (Isla de Pasqua) in 5 days

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Easter Island is somewhere that has always intrigued me.  With it’s natural beauty and mysterious history, it was a place I dreamed of visiting, but in reality wasn’t sure I would ever get to see with my own eyes.  It’s one of the most remote islands in the world, and not easy to get to from most places. But, lucky for us, one of the few direct flights available to the island is from Santiago, so adding it to our list of travel destinations during our time here was a no brainer.   Continue reading “Easter Island (Isla de Pasqua) in 5 days”

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Cheers to a year!

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It’s been one year since Matt and I stood in front of our closest friends and family, and made a vow to stand by each other for the rest of our lives.  So much has happened between now and then, part of me can’t believe it’s only been one year. But, on the other hand, that day, so full of joy and love seems like it was just yesterday. Continue reading “Cheers to a year!”

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Valle de Elqui – Drinking Pisco Under the Stars

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This past Monday was a holiday here in Chile, so we decided to take advantage of the long weekend by taking a road trip to Chile’s Norte Chico region.  We set our sights on the sunny Valle de Elqui, a beautiful valley in the Andes that is blanketed with a patchwork of vineyards. The dry climate means days are bright and sunny, and nights offer some of the clearest skies on the planet. Continue reading “Valle de Elqui – Drinking Pisco Under the Stars”

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3 Days in Buenos Aires

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As we set off to spend a long weekend in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires, I was both excited and a bit nervous.  In the weeks leading up to our trip, I had heard so many good things about the city.  When I told friends and co-workers where we were headed, I was always met with a smile and an “Oh, you will LOVE it”.  So, naturally, I couldn’t wait to see what all the fuss was about.  But I also wondered if it would live up to the hype.  After 3 days of eating, drinking and exploring, for me, the answer was a resounding yes.  Continue reading “3 Days in Buenos Aires”

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Santiago: Week One Recap – Moving, Exploring and House Hunting!

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Hola a todos! Wow!  So much has happened in such a short amount of time.  It’s hard to believe we’ve been here less than a week a this point. We spent last weekend at my parents house, and got a great send off from my grandma and aunts before my parents dropped us at the airport Monday evening.  Leaving behind friends and family is definitely the hardest part of this move. I had to blink back a few tears as we turned the corner in the security line and gave my parents one last wave. Continue reading “Santiago: Week One Recap – Moving, Exploring and House Hunting!”