Bats, Bat Poo and the Batu Caves…And a Cell Phone

  “What does your cell phone case say?” the girl next to me casually mentioned as bats screeched overhead. “Well…” I stumbled for words while … Read the rest



Wednesday’s Wonder: You Can Ring My Bell

This Wednesday’s Wonder: The Korean Bell of Friendship A long time ago, 1976 to be exact, on a playground known as the “world,” two people … Read the rest



On Eating Poop in Kuala Lumpur

“You wanna try some poop?” I asked the mister, getting a whiff of the foulest-smelling fruit on Earth. That fruit, not so endearingly referred to … Read the rest



Kuala Lumpur: It’s in Malaysia

  Our trip to Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore marked the third of four currently booked trips that round out our “Year of the Honeymoon.” You … Read the rest



Wednesday’s Wonder: Hot Pussy

This Wednesday’s Wonder: the overwhelming heat of Thailand. While traveling this past month, the mister and I traveled south from Thailand to Malaysia and then … Read the rest



Leapin’ Lizards of Lumphini Park, Bangkok

  About a year ago, I did a massive sweep through my closet and donated clothes, shoes and other things I didn’t need. It was … Read the rest



On the Coucher du Soleil in France

When I was a kid, summer was my favorite season. I always felt bad for my teacher on the last day of school. That was … Read the rest



Wat’s in a Wat?

It was 110 degrees (110 degrees!!! That’s worthy of three exclamation marks!!!) the day we toured the various Buddhist temples in Thailand. Hot and humid … Read the rest



We’re Nuts about Luxembourg Park

Paris is the city of lights. But, also just as fitting, it’s the city of beautiful parks. Luxembourg Park is the park that seems to … Read the rest