Tag Archive: "kids"
In the autumn, changes fall like leaves from trees. The effect can be chilling—especially if you were enjoying a warm, summer groove and your family has…
Summer camp is likely the first real BreakAway that many kids experience—and also a full immersion for parents in setting their children free. In this touching…
The job world keeps getting more co-ed with every passing year. Oh sure, some fields are still a Boys Club—politics, money, more. But others are…
It’s my sense that families have been taking “staycations” for years. But these days, with folks trying to cut back on spending, the idea is generating…
We here at Breakaway recommend that people unplug more, and plug into screens less. Go outside. Plant a tree. Ride a bike. While that may seem oxymoronic from a…
For the final Travelog entry, may I present my perfect children. I took hundreds of pictures of them, but published only a few on this website. In…
On Day 69—the last day—as we prepare to fly away from Temporary Retirement and Approximate Paradise, some stories stand out. Some days still glow. Some moments feel…
Puerto Rico is a legendary island of Latino culture and independence—surrounded by a sea of Caribbeanism. With 4 million residents, it’s one of the most populated—and…
When planning this Sabbatical, I initially proposed that we go somewhere remote and take a tech break—no TV, computers, or pods/games. That idea proved to be…
We combed and climbed much of Grenada, and fell in love with its people and pride. Nonetheless, after 28 days, it’s time to pack up…
