Posted On: February 22, 2009
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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 unrealistic, what with work, communication, and building this website. …
Posted On: February 21, 2009
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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 and go. One last stop remains: The most pedigreed sleep,…
Posted On: February 19, 2009
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If you’re planning to BreakAway with your family, don’t leave home without these time-test travel essentials–sure to come in handy, alleviate boredom and ensure some fun.
Frisbee. Extraordinarily useful. Playing catch is uplifting and teaches…
Posted On: February 13, 2009
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Kids pick up a lot by experience and osmosis. But picking up books along the way perks up their sense of place—and increases their vernacular vocabulary. Wandering in little island book stores is a treat,…
Posted On: February 4, 2009
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So I have this Big Idea—about retiring now and then instead of waiting until your final years, even if it means working longer at the end or enacting some sacrifices along the way. But just…
Posted On: January 31, 2009
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Frustrations proliferate, from kids over-acclimated to island time to music books lost in the mail. Still, we agree with the many (also biased) families we meet who say, “Kids get more education from seeing the…
Posted On: January 26, 2009
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The alarm chirped at 5:55, long before sunrise, but this insomniac had already been stirring for hours. So we arose fast, snarfed food, and began this Sabbatical’s most ambitious day of travel. Taxi Calvin to…
Posted On: January 23, 2009
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Word of warning to future island-hoppers: Beware the goats and sheep. And their kids. I mean, they are everywhere—EVERYWHERE! On St. John, where goats are preferred, herds of them can appear in the road around…
Posted On: January 19, 2009
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The first trimester has ended. So it’s time for an achievement report on how the Parent is progressing as an educator.
Math: Parent has exhibited basic understanding of teaching math, but sometimes fails to appreciate…
Posted On: December 30, 2008
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A private landing assures much untouched booty.
Focusing on fatherhood may be more natural and convenient when we’ve stepped away from our routines and out of (most) ruts. And for that, I’m grateful! Pursuing mutual…
