botswana

cute but deadly

Hippos are the only animal I’ve ever seen that unnerve even the most experienced safari guides.

Feb 3 •

laundry, part 2

Line drying wet laundry in Edinburgh in late winter is an exercise in patience.

Sep 4, 2023 •

minimalist packing

Since it’s summer and vacation travel is in full swing, let’s talk about minimal packing.

Jun 26, 2023 •

Most of the time, we plan our own travel and don’t go on group tours.

May 26, 2023 •

This is a story about mosquitoes and hubris.

May 22, 2023 •

There's nothing quite like breaking out in hives in a remote location.

Apr 10, 2023 •

with updates added in 2025

Feb 6, 2023 •

I love watching sunsets.

Nov 7, 2022 •

fremdschämen: to feel ashamed about something someone else has done; to be embarrassed because someone else has embarrassed themself (and doesn’t…

Oct 12, 2022 •

I turned 50 in Botswana.

Oct 3, 2022 •

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