United States
9 essays from our time in the United States, in the order we wrote them.
Sal Tlay Ka Siti
While the memories are still relatively fresh, I wanted to write and organize the thoughts, pictures, and videos surrounding our recent trips to Salt Lake City, the Western Caribbean, and New Orleans. I'll write one post on each of these.
Jazzy New Orleans
New Orleans was a lot of fun! Jazz music on every corner -- and good jazz, too! Voodoo shops and cemeteries, greasy yet tasty food, quaint architecture, and a unique vibe. Definitely a place of culture and heritage. The first few days we were able to enjoy it with my sister's family before they…
USA West Coast Road Trip
The good ol' family road trip. It's something we haven't done for a long time in this part of the world. And this trip, our focus was on meeting up with friends and family and being reminded of what it's like to live in a developed western country. On our way from Bali to the states, we had a long…
Of Families and Mountains
From my beautiful sister's wedding in a campground near Pocatello, Idaho, to beautiful drives through Yellowstone National Park and the Teton mountains near Jackson, Wyoming, and ending with a family reunion at Bear Lake, we had a busy but enjoyable time during our last week in the USA this trip.
Staying Sane in the City: Family-Friendly Tips for NYC
If I had to describe Manhattan in one word, it would be "energetic". This intense place is buzzing with activity and excitement. Mammoth skyscrapers, throngs of diverse individuals, flashy advertisements, and the noise and smells of a big city. During our ten day trip there, we found ourselves…
The Nostalgia of Coming Home
We’ve made five visits back to Utah since we moved away six years ago, and our most recent stay was the longest and best yet!
Bonding in Breckenridge
We thought we’d be extra adventurous this year, and trade our typical tropical climate for a brave escapade into an extremely harsh and frozen one. Our girls have been craving snow almost ever since we left it six years ago. To appease them, we decided to venture a ski vacation with Brandon’s Mom…
San Diego Visit 2017
Back in March 2017, we spent a few weeks in San Diego, California where we attended a conference with some of our friends and team members, visited family, shot some testimonial videos for my Music Teacher's Helper business, and visited a few beautiful parts around this city.
Planning a Couples Trip in Maui, Hawaii
Each year, Jen and I take a couples trip together, just the two of us. This year, we chose one of the most paradisiacal places we've ever been to – Maui, Hawaii. (Here's a video of it our 13-year old daughter Marie put together for us).