Where are all the Vickys?

Vicky is a wonderfully gregarious woman. She has a broad and warm smile and is able to chat on and on about nearly anything, while also making sure to listen to others. Vicky is a Swede. In fact, she was the first Swede I have met, though I did not meet her in Sweden. Vicky lives in Burma and we became friends largely due to … Continue reading Where are all the Vickys?

familynomadicOctober 2, 2012October 3, 20126 Comments

Transition

From Rice to Bread

Culinary transitions are one of the most noticeable aspects of moving around the globe. When I was in Bangladesh as a Peace Corps Volunteer, I transitioned from the US, with always available anything, to a land where the seasons dictated the menu. It was my first time fully being immersed in how seasonal changes impact not only the clothing that I would wear, but also … Continue reading From Rice to Bread

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