Few relationships in human history are as romantic as that of a lone human soul (most often male) with their horse. Man (mostly), hat, rifle, panniers, tobacco, danger, possibilities, freedom. Riding in the blazing sun, riding in the setting sun,... Continue Reading →
When I think back to my childhood, what helped quell the anxiety of transitioning to another school year was being able to organize my new backpack. Way more exciting than clothes, was shopping for supplies… trapper keeper, notebooks, folders in... Continue Reading →
Augustin’s bright smile greets us at the Encanto Blanco trailhead along with a small white and orange gatito. The cat immediately catches Mason and Celia’s attention. The boy is a teenager, but with a warmth and confidence that comes from... Continue Reading →
We traveled from Nepal to Thailand a little over a week ago. From Bangkok we immediately caught the train north to Chiang Mai, curious to check out Pun Pun - Center for Self Reliance. We had heard wonderful things about... Continue Reading →
It takes a village To do what, exactly? To raise a child. Yes? What do you mean, to “raise a child”? Well, to feed it, to shape it in line with your values and worldview, to give the parents a... Continue Reading →
Two weeks ago we had the opportunity to travel to Chaukati, a village in the Sindhupalchowk District which was badly hit by the 2015 earthquake. For Shannon this was her first time back to this village since 2010. She has spent... Continue Reading →
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