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I Fear I May Be A Sham…
As my time in England is coming to an end I have been reflective of my time here. I have looked inward to what I have expected of this trip and myself. Hopes, imaginings and ideals. Starting out I foresaw nothing but fun, awe and inspiration. Some parts of it being glimpses into culture and social…
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Housesitting
As many of you know, I am currently in South Yorkshire, England watching a couple of cats for six weeks. This housesitting gig is courtesy of Trusted House Sitters, a UK company that connects home owners and house sitters in a mutually beneficial arrangement. Through this site I am able to care for a quaint home and two cute cats…
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Lessons in Travel
Volume 1: Since I left Vancouver over two months ago, I have learned a few things about travel. Although I have not left the Western world there are always differences in culture, of course language and the nature of backpacking. Here are a few things I have learned. Traveler’s guilt is both good and bad…
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The Map Project – London
Hi my name is Deklan. I am 8 years old. I like curling. I curl every Saturday. I am SOOOO EXCITED!!! to write on Eeva’s Blog. Eeva is in England right now. She left Belgium and went to England. She went to the big city museum in London. It is called the British Museum. I…
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FORGOTTEN BEAUTY – HIGHGATE CEMETERY, LONDON
When I was young I would sometimes accompany my mom to the local cemetery as she tended to the flowers and plants of loved ones since passed. Despite the cemetery being close to main roads I found it a peaceful place. A place where those visiting barely spoke; actions of visiting, watering plants and a…
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The Map Project – Belgium
Back in October I posted about The Map Project where my best friend’s kids will be writing posts about where I have travelled. It is a great addition to this blog and a fresh perspective on the world. Today premiers the first installment. Enjoy! Hello my name is Rhiannon and I am ten years old.…
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My Time in Pictures
Prior to my departure I envisioned regular updates on my blog. Sifting though my photos and re-telling of what I saw and learned with vigor and excitement. The reality is I am not so keen to be posting as I am often exhausted or distracted by other events such as dinner, doing laundry or having a…
