Monthly Archives: June 2012

Independent travel and letting go of a schedule

Posted on June 20, 2012 by David Helmers

Independent travel. I’ve spent some time contemplating that idea. The independent travel “manifesto” attached to this blog is pretty straightforward group of ideas. Simple, profound and potentially transformative – I like what it stands for. Really, I LOVE those ideas. … Continue reading →

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Into The Mystic

Posted on June 11, 2012 by Anne Helmers

Into the Mystic   It was our first dance. We should have known. We have always talked about this. Taking a year abroad, living in Italy, sailing somewhere exotic. Never in my wildest dreams did I ever imagine I would be … Continue reading →

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Ouch!

Posted on June 8, 2012 by David Helmers

Getting ready to go has involved lots of logistics. Most of it has been relatively painless. Yesterday we went to the travel clinic to get some vaccinations. We reviewed CDC recommendations for the various places we will travel. In addition … Continue reading →

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Approaching the Starting Gate…

Posted on June 8, 2012 by David Helmers

“And They’re Off!” – this phrase is rather common in the Bluegrass of Kentucky. It signals the beginning of a horse race and ensures that excitement will follow. Every horse race has an uncertain outcome with thrills and bumps along … Continue reading →

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