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| 7th August 2009 kathy | eye opening - From: Why I hate tourists okay, i work in a tourist town in the U.S. and i hate tourists...but i am also a tourist in the off season. i've decided instead of hating the tourists that come every summer i should do a human study and enjoy. no, i think i'll still hate the tourists but be a better one myself. |
| 3rd June 2009 Ferdi & Talita | Good one! - From: Why I hate tourists My wife and I had a good laugh at your insights! These categories and behavior is seen anywhere there is tourists (especially the young Australians and middle aged Americans ;-). It's something we've discussed at length but never had the words to express the way you just did. Good job! thanx for the laughs! |
| 31st May 2009 Katm1987 | - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama Amazing first picture of Machu Picchu in the mist! Makes me want to go back again |
| 15th May 2009 Andrew McC | Brilliant blog - From: Why I hate tourists Your various groups are spot on!! But for the 'one upper' I call them travel snobs. Anyone who mentions avoiding the 'gringo trail' would fall into this category. But they are the very people who actually do nothing but wake up at half 3 in the afternoon with a bad hangover and tell other people how they 'should travel'. And always australian! I think I fall somewhere between the party guy and short term traveller. But thats how I like it!! |
| 14th May 2009 Lily | - From: The Final Act: Playa, Palenque and a Bit of Bogota Pancho sure has got the moves! Can't believe there will be only one more post from the Smiths...how am I going to live vicariously through the travels of others, huh? Hope the move back to Edmonton goes well. John turned 5 last Saturday and we went to the Seoul Zoo and had an ice-cream cake which totally reminded me of you guys and Krysta's birthday when you went back home... Love to you both, Lily XXXX |
| 5th May 2009 JLM | I love your tourist descriptions! - From: Why I hate tourists I was recently in Copacabana in February. I think I met the same tourist you met there! Your descriptions were perfect and so accurate! I really enjoyed your blog. |
| 27th April 2009 kari | awesome blog - From: Why I hate tourists Great blog. Loved the stereotypes, though they somtimes include Canadians too, ja ja. Your last thoughts reminded me of one my original travel mottos, "I travel to appreciate home." Not everyone is meant to be an ex-pat |
| 27th April 2009 deleted_110881 | Amazing! - From: The Final Act: Playa, Palenque and a Bit of Bogota I am impressed..I think what you are doing is amazing! A big Bravo for following your dream and at the same time helping others.. The photos are mazing and I just can't get enough.. How long are you planning to continue your travels? Is there a final date? Vassia |
| 14th April 2009 Lisa | You can do it! - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama Hi Guys, you can make it!!! I am so sorry to hear about your purse - you must of been crushed. Thinking about you! See you back home, :) Lisa |
| 31st March 2009 the soul cultivator | - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama Was walking there with you...this brought back such good memories and your panoramic is breath taking....X |
| 30th March 2009 Jonathan | - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama And for sure, my friends, just in case, I want to hear more about this young Irish couple, especially this JonathAn character, he sounds like a young Marlon Brando. Anyhoo, read the rest of your blogs, except for the one where you go home to Canada, thats just weird. They´re amazing. See ya! |
| 29th March 2009 katrina | so cool... - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama love reading your blogs - the details make me feel like I'm there with you. I've actually been thinking about planning a trip to Peru myself, people think I'm crazy - why Peru? - this is why! can't wait to talk to you more about it. Stay safe. Love ya! Katrina |
| 27th March 2009 Ramz | Great eexperience !! - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama Dear Smiths, Wow what an experience ! It was just amazing going through your blog, your narration, your snaps too good. I am far away in India but had a feeling of having visited myself. do visit my page when you find time. bye, Ramz |
| 27th March 2009 Liz | Here I come! - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama I SOO want to do this now!! ;) Thanks! |
| 27th March 2009 Isabelle & Marc | - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama I'm so happy you had the opportunity to climb Machu Picchu! Love the blog - the details about the climb felt like we were there. I'm sorry to hear about the purse and the pictures on your camera:( We look forward to seeing you guys and sharing a few beers to hear more about some of your incredible adventures. Happy & safe travels. See you in a month or so :) |
| 26th March 2009 James Connolly | Sweet deal - From: Machu Picchu and the Power of Pachamama You guys are troopers! Loved the blog and your latest set of adventures. Sorry to read about the purse, but more sorry to read about the pictures vanishing from said purse. :( Look forward to seeing you guys in April. Is the countdown on your blog an ETA to Alberta, or Canada more generally? When will you be in the Kelowna area? Stay safe, Smiths! Cheering you home from afar. ~The Connolly/Escaravage duo (James and Rachelle) |
| 26th March 2009 Cabochick | I must be a smith too - From: Why I hate tourists chuckle. |
| 25th March 2009 generationk | Funny... - From: Why I hate tourists and I'm glad you realized you are "stupid tourists" as well. For my part, I guess if I were to pigeonhole myself, I would be a combo of "party guy" and "fresh out the door" |
| 25th March 2009 Sophie and Dale | Funny Funny Funny! - From: Why I hate tourists Oh what a great blog.. we laughed out load at the various traveller descriptions and can confidently say we've met one of each breed! The Panorama photo is awesome.. took us back to when we visited there. p.s. we fit into the Long Term Traveller catagory and it pretty much described us to a T.. we have trekking towels, our packs are filthy dirty, we counted 12 guidebooks at the last count but have since discarded most of them but we do try to change our clothes every day! Oh and yes I have a pair of Tevas but they give me blisters so they are not very well worn. |
| 24th March 2009 Greg | Sucked in - From: Why I hate tourists I read the title of your blog and was just ready to get myself worked up. Instead you do a great piss take, love it. Also, that is an awesome panorama!!! |
| 24th March 2009 Quinn | So true - From: Why I hate tourists I logged on to write a blog about my travels in Lisboa, Portual and how much I enjoyed the city because there was so few tourist and saw your blog title and had to read it. You really nailed the main characters at the hostels and airports. I'm currently studying abroad in a smaller city in Spain and love that there are no tourist here to bother me and my host family, but I guess I too am a tourist bothering the citizens with my aweful Spanish, so maybe I shouldn't talk, lol. |
| 24th March 2009 David | Agreed... - From: Why I hate tourists I'm guessing you had trouble keeping the descriptions/definitions so concise - all were very pertinent and astute....especially the underselller one-upper. haha. Nice job, you two. |
| 24th March 2009 Lisa | So true! - From: Why I hate tourists Hi Guys, love blog theme! Can I request another blog topic? I found it fascinating when I was travelling alone, how there is some unwritten rule that you make friends instantly. But at home, you would have a hell of a time making friends so quickly. Often, just meeting you would be offered to hang out for the day to whichever site/activity you were off to. Strange how open and non-judgemental people are when they are traveller's but at home you would likely think that person was crazy if they invited you somewhere minutes after meeting. Wondering what the Smith's Deep Thoughts are on this topic? Sounds like you are getting run down - thinking about ya, Lisa |
| 24th March 2009 Matt | Astute evaluations - From: Why I hate tourists Mr and Mrs. Smith, This is, perhaps, one of the most funny and simultaneously spot-on blogs of tourists' actions i've yet read. You certainly pegged us and many others we've met while traveling in one of your categories. Nice work. |
| 24th March 2009 carla | just like you krysta - From: Why I hate tourists Krysta... I made Drew listen to me read this entire entry out loud to him!! Remind you of anyone?! As I am reading it out loud the voice in my head is reminding me of how much I hate it when you used to make me listen to you read something to me. I wouldn't focus on a single word!! Does anyone actually know any auditory learners??? Anyways... Marc, we LOVED this entry. Totally laughed aloud while picturing the "tourists" in my head. Terrific descriptions. We can't wait to see you guys. Krysta- I miss you so much I will let you read whatever you want out loud to me whenever you want! |
| 24th March 2009 Lindsay | - From: Why I hate tourists AMEN!! |
| 24th March 2009 Lily | Ruminating - From: Why I hate tourists Have missed your reflective ruminations on whatever's at the forefront of your mind Mr Smith. Danang is gearing up for the International Fireworks comp again this weekend. Can't believe it's been 10 months. Have been meaning to write, all the usual excuses. XX |
| 21st March 2009 Rachelle | YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME!! - From: The surreal Southwest I love this blog, love all your pics and of course, love you donkies! Can't wait to see you both back in Canada. ~R |
| 16th March 2009 Lisa | :) - From: The surreal Southwest I really knew nothing about Bolivia & had no idea how beautiful it is, the landscapes are so unusual! Looks so interesting - I loved the perspective & the jumping on the salt photos! Your hitchhiker is one tough cookie - 8 days - craziness! Good thing you guys picked her up. Lisa |
| 12th March 2009 Erin | - From: The surreal Southwest Gotta love seeing that Oilers toque so far from home! :-) |
| 9th March 2009 Lisa | Paragliding - From: Vuelta y vuelta: an adventure through Argentina Wow, the paragliding looked amazing! Was it peaceful up there? Looks like the perfect place to go! Ciao, Lisa |
| 5th March 2009 wade | gaucho - From: Vuelta y vuelta: an adventure through Argentina marc, $15 is totally worth that shot of dude and horse. |
| 5th March 2009 James and Rachelle | Getting closer... - From: Vuelta y vuelta: an adventure through Argentina Nice guys... Loved the pics and writing. Sounds like Argentina was a cool country. Look forward to reading about Bolivia, the buses, and altitude. Hope you're well. Look forward to seeing you both in coming weeks(?)! -J n' R |
| 5th March 2009 Isabelle & Marc | Krysta - you're brave!! - From: Vuelta y vuelta: an adventure through Argentina Hi Marc, Hi Krysta! Krysta, you're sooo brave & what an amazing view you had! The pics are fabulous!! Take care you guys and safe travels :) |
| 5th March 2009 Jay MIlne | FREE WINE!!! - From: Vuelta y vuelta: an adventure through Argentina Free wine eh...! You really grabbed my attention there! how is Argentinian wine, never tried it? I just crossed the Atlantic to try Spanish wine, which I discovered are AMAZING! Any brnads you would recommend? Have fun! J |
| 5th March 2009 Momma Smith | Wow y Wow - From: Vuelta y vuelta: an adventure through Argentina The amazing adventure continues - i am continually amazed by the things you find and do - you have opened my window to the world !! I love both your adventuresome and open hearts !! mom |
| 25th February 2009 PhuongThao | Hi, - From: The $1200 Turnaround (The Art of Planning) Your entry really touches me. I wish i could experience those feelings, no matter what. Sorry to read about your financial problem. But like you wrote, two of you had a wondeful time, and this is the most important thing, huh? Enjoy your adventure with all your hearts. I love your pics. Big hug for you, Krysta. |
| 15th February 2009 James and Rachelle | You crazy kids... - From: The $1200 Turnaround (The Art of Planning) Hey Krysta-and-Marc-heads. Love the post! (FYI we're back in the US and had the best HOT showers we've had since leaving Thailand. WOW!) Sorry to read about the money woes. Are you feeling good about the '$200 a day and we're still making money' thing? At any rate, much love to you both. Keep writing, enjoying, and submerging yourselves in the wonderful cultures you have, and will continue, to see along your fantastic voyage (Thanks, Coolio). Hugs and high-fives, J 'n R |
| 9th February 2009 Lisa | Beauty - From: He Said, She Said I love the pic of you on the train Krysta with the beers! I think you should frame it when you get back home - it's gorgeous! Great blog entry, Lisa |
| 9th February 2009 Lisa | WOW!! - From: Four outta five ain't bad Now I am officially crazy jealous of you guys! An African Safari is # 1 on my list of places I must see before I die! I am assumming you now have a similar list. I am so glad you have been and I can now pick someone's brain about it. Stupid jealous, Lisa |
| 9th February 2009 Alison | - From: Four outta five ain't bad Once again, I'm blown away by the fantastic photos! Keep having fun! |
| 6th February 2009 James Connolly | Good times! - From: Gulf Islands leave lasting impression Krysta and Marc, our roomies! Love the blog and photos. We had such an awesome time with you guys in Samui and Bangkok, and look forward to more fun in Alberta! PS - We would have commented earlier, but India is crazy. We're now in the south, FINALLY getting our much deserved beach time in Goa. Safe travels and much love, J & R |
| 5th February 2009 the soul cultivator | The United States of The World. - From: This is South Africa Great images.......I love them X |
| 5th February 2009 Auntie Marcia | God I love travelling with you guys... - From: This is South Africa when you get home, will you keep blogging your 'travels'?.......you could make dishes and diapers an adventure for me....love you guys. |
| 23rd January 2009 Lily | - From: Gulf Islands leave lasting impression Hey there, the tattoos look fabulous, and you guys look so well and so relaxed! Apologies for the long hiatus in contact. Between the sun coming out in Danang, Tet holiday and leaving plans (I got a new job - we're moving to Seoul in April) I've just been a real slacker... Thanks for giving me back the travel bug... |
| 7th January 2009 Lisa | Happy New Year! - From: Another day, another 27 Baht Hi you two, I just caught up on the last 6 entries, I feel better knowing how your doing! I am so happy that you two are healthy, that must of been quite scary being in a hospital & being ill in another country. I bet that takes home sick to a whole other level! I love to hear all your wonderful stories on all your adventures, both happy & sad. I really am wishing I was over there with you discovering! Enjoy and appreciate the rest of your trip because this morning I woke up to the radio saying: only -30C today and snow, not a good way to start your day! Please promise me, you will start one of your days by going straight to the beach and drinking a beer for me! Deep down it will make me feel better when I wake up with the next brutal weather report. Love ya, Lisa |
| 7th January 2009 Erin | - From: Another day, another 27 Baht Happy New Year, Krysta and Marc! These pics are great. It is almost exactly a year since Jay and I were in Thailand. Your pictures are all so familiar. We too loved Chaing Mai (except for how sick I got from the exhaust fumes) and especially loved our trek to the hill tribe villages. Your pictures remind me how much I enjoyed our trip and since it is -20 outside right now, how much I would love to be in your shoes. Take care, Erin |
| 7th January 2009 wade | merry and happy... - From: Another day, another 27 Baht ...to you too. marc, your photos are super cool! keep 'em coming. |
| 26th December 2008 Isabelle | Ho Ho Ho - From: Season's greetings from Chiang Mai Happy Holidays Marc & Krysta. Paeuser and I will have a "Christmas in a cup for you"! All the best in 2009! :) |
| 8th December 2008 Lily | Fairy Dream - From: An afternoon at the Vietnamese amusement park Grand to hear you guys are back on your (iron) horse after the dengue sidelining. Suoi Tien means Fairy Dream, which I have always found to be such a whimsical name. Good on you for braving the developing world roller coaster. You got way more cahones than me... |
| 24th November 2008 mike Nahmiash | Hello - From: Going...going...still going... Hello I just want to say Hi and I see you guys are having a great time keep enjoying this amazing experince. all the best |
| 21st November 2008 Mary | - From: Going...going...still going... Hi guys! I'm so glad you are feeling better, Krysta! We want you to come back healthy and happy :) I love the photos and those kids are soooo cute! Enjoy the rest of your time and we'll see you real soon. Miss you lots! Mary |
| 20th November 2008 Lily | What the hell is a flat of beer? - From: Going...going...still going... Is a flat a case? Personally, I was hoping there would be some dengue red leg pics, however am delighted that Krysta found the stamina for another smoothly crafted blog post. Having a ball in Sydney. Hope you are both well. Love me and John XXXX |
| 20th November 2008 Chelsea | - From: Going...going...still going... I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better! Enjoy the rest of your time, and I will hopefully see you soon'ish in the new year! Chelsea |
| 20th November 2008 Isabelle | Great pics! - From: Going...going...still going... Hi guys! Krysta - I'm so glad you are feeling better - crazy stuff! Aside from the illness and the technical problems, it seems like you are having a good time: the pedicure - nice and cheap, the blond hair - not bad :), golf, the beach and of course the friends, the drinks and the food... Enjoy every minute!! We look forward to seeing you soon! Big hugs. |
| 2nd November 2008 Bonnie | Beautifully written slice - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam I enjoyed so much reading the description of your bike adventure - great photos, too! |
| 6th October 2008 An and An, Ba Na, Danang. | Beautiful writing... - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam I met Quentin on Friday afternoon, and he give me your printed writing. So great! You are a very good writer with a wonderful memory. Thanks for spending time to write such a detail story about us. Hope to see you both again someday. Best wishes. |
| 1st October 2008 Quentin | Wow! - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam Krysta, I once listened to a radio programme about a guy from outback Australia. He is a book collector and seller and he talked about his passion for reading. It was difficult for him to get access to books when he was young and he used to order them from the local newsagent's and wait for their delivery; weeks later. He has bought and sold many famous editions of well-known books and he is very successful now. During the interview, the interviewer asked him about the Holy Grail of collectable books and the book collector recounts a story about a famed first edition copy of The Quiet American, written by Graham Greene. He tells a story about an adventure Greene once took up in the mountains in the Golden Triangle. Firmly planted in an opium den in northern Laos, Greene supposedly finds a first edition copy of The Quiet American and he takes it off the shelf and writes a drug induced comment on the inside cover. A first edition copy of The Quiet American is rare and worth a bit. A first edition copy with opium influenced writings, scribbled by the author, is priceless. The book collector has been travelling through Southeast Asia tracing Greene's movements in search of this book. The way you captured in words the bike ride we went on is worth more to me than a first edition copy of any of Greene's novels; even with hand-written comments by the authour. 6 years I have waited for someone to as moved by the simplistic and raw beauty of both the people and places of Vietnam. You guys were great travelling companions and I look forward to your guided tour of Canada. I also look forward to the Phuong Dong next week!! Cheers A fellow "lower-back" bummed adventurer! |
| 18th September 2008 Lisa | Adventure - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam Thanks for taking the time to write in such great detail your adventures. You are truly an amazing writer! Sounded like an amazing day - you will remember it forever. I wish I was there....sounds peaceful. Luv Lisa |
| 17th September 2008 Allan | - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam Nice writing here KS. And the pics are great too. Need a job? AL |
| 12th September 2008 Alison | - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam Beautiful writing, Krysta. Sounds like you guys are savouring every moment. Enjoy! |
| 11th September 2008 Auntie Marcia | wow... - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam I couldn't put this piece down. Krista you are a such a great writer! Thanks guys for the great day! |
| 10th September 2008 Momma Smith | What a Day! - From: Just a slice of Central Vietnam Wonderful pictures, and beautiful writing -- I felt like I was on the trip with you - and loved it. I had a thought when you mentioned all the kids gathering around - could be neat to carry a polaroid camera - and give them pictures of themselves or with you as you go (might cost a fortune in film tho!) We miss you both !!!! love and hugs - mom |
| 26th August 2008 Lisa | Love it! - From: Oh, Canada (sigh) Krysta - love your dress in the Foley family shot! |
| 24th August 2008 Isabelle | happy travels! - From: Oh, Canada (sigh) Hi guys! WOW I cant believe you have resigned and are leaving for your travels so soon...but I am happy & excited for you! When you head to South America, think you'll make it to Peru (Machu Picchu)?? I'd love to see that! Marc and I wish you well and look forward to seeing you guys when you return to AB! Take care & happy travels :) Isabelle & Marc |
| 16th July 2008 Lisa | Education - From: And One For My Homies ... Great entry!! I have always felt like my travels have been by far my best education in life. How clearly I could see things, that I would have never realized or noticed at home. Life's priorities became crystal clear. I look forward to more chats on this subject when I get to see you guys in person. Enjoy your stay at home! Luv ya Lisa |
| 29th June 2008 Momma Smith | wow - From: And One For My Homies ... Great pix - and wonderful insight . So very excited to see you both |
| 12th June 2008 Isabelle | locals! - From: I don't think we're tourists anymore Hi Krysta! Hi Marc! Good to hear from you! I like the new pad and the bike! Krysta...the little kinders are sooo cute! I love that age group...but I'm sure teaching them is not always easy! Marc and I are doing good. I have 12 working days left...I cannot wait to be done! We are also off to Africa in a couple of weeks!! I hope we have the chance to have a beer with you when we get back! Take care Isabelle :) |
| 7th May 2008 Isabelle | - From: A tale of campfire, techno and karaoke Hi Marc & Krysta! Good to hear you are both doing great and beggining to feel more comfortable with the surroundings and people of Danang! When reading the blogs...everything sounds amazing!! Things back home are good. Spring has finally arrived and nothing much is new. Enjoy your time and Krysta...have some vietnamese beers for us 'western' ladies back home :) Cheers Isabelle & Marc |
| 21st April 2008 Lisa | Blizzard - From: Taking it day by day Hey Guys, Sounds like you are a touch home sick. This should help: it is a blizzard here - April 21st and I woke up to the radio this morning saying,"Storm warning still in affect." They are estimating by the end of the day we will have not had this much snow in April for 20 years!! The worst part about it is that it was 23C last weekend!! So, we had this huge teaser & needless to say everyone is miserable!! I can not handle it anymore, so PLEASE appreciate your hot climate. I know how easy it is to miss home, but it will be the same when you come home. It sucks here!! Go lay in the sun & drink booze for me!! Miss ya, Lisa |
| 16th April 2008 Tracy | Hang in there - From: Taking it day by day I know how tough the adjustments can be. When you mention setting up bank accounts, I cringe, because I never left the bank without having had some kind of scene, complete with tears. You don't know red tape til you've lived in Vietnam. As for chocolate bars, I gained a real appreciation for Snickers and Mars, our only choices. Same? Hang in there til you can do some more travelling! It's worth it! |
| 16th April 2008 Jill | - From: Taking it day by day That pho looks good. what's in it? remember that the good and the bad are all part of one. plan a little less and don't worry about looking like a dufuss... who's the one who speaks english? ;) |
| 14th April 2008 Ryan | - From: Taking it day by day Smitty, nice work keeping your head down on the ball. "Text book" form. ps- Tiger couldn't make a putt on Sunday and still finished in second |
| 11th April 2008 Auntie Marcia | Hang in there.... - From: Taking it day by day As much as you think it might be getting boring for us now, it is not. What becomes interesting are the 'unplanned' lessons, and the 'life' lessons. What your students are teaching you. Its all good. Love, Marcia |
| 10th April 2008 Chill | - From: Taking it day by day Ha- You should see the kids laugh at me- Just kick them out and publicly humiliate them- thats what I do! jj- Planning is for squares- The only way to fly is by the seat of your pants- You guys rock- Miss you both- Tiger is 4 back |
| 10th April 2008 Alison | - From: Taking it day by day Looks like you're having a lot of fun! What an amazing experience, enjoy every second of it. |
| 9th April 2008 Robin | WOW - From: Halfway there and back again I am a bad friend and have just now read through a few of your blogs... and all I can think is "amazing"!! What you 2 are doing is awesome! You guys look great! I can't wait to read the rest of them!! |
| 21st March 2008 Auntie Marla | Happy Birthday, Marc! - From: Halfway there and back again Hello, Mr. & Mrs. Smith! Amazing stuff. Typical Allen, always late (just joined in). Love the pix and stories. Plan on staying tuned in at all times. I'm so impressed with what you two are doing. Congrats on the jobs (start date today?). And...a big happy birthday to you Marc. Big hugs and kisses! Love, Auntie Marla |
| 11th March 2008 Leslie | Congrats! - From: Halfway there and back again Hey Guys! Congrats on finding jobs! Good luck in Danag - I'm sure you'll feel right at home soon enough. Your pictures are awesome! And I love hearing about all your adventures. Have a good break before classes start! ~ Leslie PS. They finally finished the road between our neighbourhoods! A few months ago it would have been a lot more useful! |
| 9th March 2008 Isabelle | Good luck! - From: Halfway there and back again Congrats on the teaching jobs! Good luck!! I look forward to reading your next blogs to learn more about Danang! Marc, nice flip flops and jeans - looking good! :) |
| 8th March 2008 Aunt Marlene | I finally found you! - From: Halfway there and back again Hi you two. I have spent this Saturday morning reading through your travels and now just want to just jump on a plane and go somewhere exciting. The photos are terrific and really enjoy your comments, observations and thoughts along the way. I'll be tuning in and looking forward to your next adventures. Love you both. Auntie Marlene |
| 8th March 2008 Dave | Good Luck in the jobs - From: Halfway there and back again Hope the jobs go well in Danang. Looks like you've been having a great trip with some really cool pics. Dave. |
| 8th March 2008 Tracy Kennedy | Sorry Nha Trang didn't go well... - From: Fishy business in Nha Trang How unfortunate! I just need you to know, it's not an unmitigated disaster area. Cam and I were in bad need of R & R when we stopped in Nha Trang and spent several days diving there with an outfit run by a Jaques Cousteau-esque man and his VN girlfriend. We loved them! When we weren't diving, we splurged (very slightly) and ate large grilled crustaceans dipped in lime juice under beach umbrellas. We were also engaged underwater there, so I must defend it! Love reading of your travels. Pics are amazing. |
| 3rd March 2008 Mike Copley | The new Marc - From: Fishy business in Nha Trang Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha Ha There is an Austin look-a-like competition in April and I think we have a new contender!!!!!!!!!!!! Really cool catching up with you guys on the blog. Pics are awesome... i didnt realise sopme bits of the Nam were so beautiful! HCMC is awesome but dont come back... ipod docking station is here to stay! David comes back next week I think (with his missus?!) - and Annabel & Stacey are backkkkkkk! Hannah & I been teaching... good fun... 11-14yr olds, and ive done 4-6yr olds which is awesome!!!!! Anyway catch up soon & have funnnnnnnn Mike |
| 3rd March 2008 Eli Farrell | In Hanoi? - From: Fishy business in Nha Trang Hey guys, hope Hoi An treats you better than the previous spot. Hanoi is nice, getting warmer now. Mark, I see you've decided to copy Austins hairstyle, I think you have to pay royalties on that. Anyway, let me know when you are up North, we'll catch up Eli |
| 2nd March 2008 chelsea | - From: Fishy business in Nha Trang i enjoy reading about your travels, and LOVE the pictures. mark, your hair! thanks for posting photos of the new do'. |
| 1st March 2008 Isabelle | Great pics! - From: The Happy Buddha knows best Marc & Krysta...you two are amazing writers! I enjoy reading and seeing where you're at...everything is so interesting! The pics are great...especially the Happy Buddha! I think he'd bring a smile to anyone's face! Nothing new happening in E-town/Park....besides all of us wishing for an early spring (which I think we might have)... Marc can't wait to go riding! Take care! |
| 1st March 2008 Auntie Marcia | Drinking my coffee.... - From: The Happy Buddha knows best a premium blend of Arabica and Robusta beans. I tried it as a sample in a grocery store, and when I learned it was from Vietnam, bought it.....just because. I giggled as I sipped it this morning, looking at the pic of you Marc, with the coffee beans. They may be the worlds second largest exporter now, but they just sold another pound because of the Smiths. Cheers! |
| 24th February 2008 Auntie Marcia | Have you ever wondered?...... - From: Bon Jovi and the 40 page menu - Funny things about VN Thanks Marc! That was very entertaining, in a sort of Andy Rooney way. Loved it! |
| 23rd February 2008 katrina | hey - From: Bon Jovi and the 40 page menu - Funny things about VN While I'm not nearly as creative a writer as the two of you, I just wanted to say how much I love reading your posts and sharing your experiences! It sounds like you're having an amazing time and I'm envious of all that you've encountered (well maybe not all, the abundance of "fresh" food I could probably do without!). Take crae, sure do miss you! |
| 19th February 2008 erin | you are my heroes! - From: Welcome to kite-surfing central Love the photos! |
| 18th February 2008 Auntie Marcia | aw...do we have to? - From: Welcome to kite-surfing central Please, can't we stay in Mui Ne another day?? |
| 11th February 2008 Lisa | Don't Miss Home - From: Two days in the Delta If you are missing home - I would like to remind you that it has been -30 something for basically the last couple weeks - some days -40 something with wind chill. I feel like I am in slow motion when it's this cold and never want to leave the house. You have to start the car & pray out loud a couple times that it will start, brush off the vehicle, scrap the windows, remember to unplug it and then move at a snails pace across the bumpy snow packed roads hoping that you won't get stranded or get in an accident and then proceed to show up late even though you left 20 minutes early. I can't handle it anymore! Hope this is a nice reminder of what you are NOT missing!! I love your scooter shot - all the best for your upcoming backpacking! Lisa |
| 10th February 2008 Auntie Marcia | Good Morning... - From: Two days in the Delta How great it is to sit in my bed this rainy Sunday morning in Seattle with my coffee and my laptop and tune in to your adventure. The writing and the pics are so wonderful....thanks for bringing us along like this! Congratulations you two, and Happy New Year! Love, Marcia |
| 8th February 2008 Tracy | - From: Released from captivity Congratulations on making it through! Love the pictures and, of course, your writing Krysta. Looking forward to more as you tour the country. Hope you're taking full advantage of street corner 15-cent bia hoi. And what sounds like boon cha (forgetting the spelling--bun something)--may be a northern dish of little pork patties on the hibachi with vermicelli noodles and herbs. Looooove it. |
| 8th February 2008 Isabelle | teachers!! - From: Released from captivity Marc and I have enjoyed reading your blogs and looking at the pics! Sounds like you are having an amazing time! Congrats on completing your studies! Enjoy the travels, food & beer! |
| 7th February 2008 chelsea | so wonderful! - From: Released from captivity it looks like you two are having a great time. i can't believe how much weight you both have lost. very visible! stay safe! |
| 5th February 2008 Jenna | I'm all caught up... - From: Every night is a school night with your posts and the pictures are amazing. The training sounds stressful but I'm sure you guys will do well. Thanks for taking the time to write about your adventures! |
| 20th January 2008 Jill | I love it - From: Every night is a school night Wow, sounds like you two are on an intense english journey. Krysta, i thought you knew all the phonemetic???sp. alphabet anyway. How's the vietnamese coming? ;) |
| 15th January 2008 Katrina Healy | HI! - From: So far, so good Hey you two - so happy to hear you made it safe & sound. I love reading all that you have to say (you're truly a magnificent writer!). Love the pictures too - keep 'em coming. Love ya! |
| 9th January 2008 Debbie Seguin | Hi from the Ontario Foleys! - From: Blood, sweat, and brink of tears: a historical tour of Saigon by foot Hi Krysta & Marc! So glad to hear all is well with you both! Papa, Rick and I have all enjoyed your posts to date, very informative and beautifully written! We look forward to sharing in your adventures! Love you, stay safe, Auntie Debbie & Uncle Rick & Papa |
| 8th January 2008 SerialThrilla | Tom and Randy - From: Blood, sweat, and brink of tears: a historical tour of Saigon by foot Uhhhm... Tom and Randy throw and catch Fish in markets, nice big batch Romo, T.O dont be blue Wish I was there with you too Raffi, Raffi, hows the knee Will sign for 6 million, wait and see Peyton, Eli, good or bad? Hope you guys are doing rad Thrills |
| 7th January 2008 Isabelle | amazing pics - From: Blood, sweat, and brink of tears: a historical tour of Saigon by foot Hi Krysta & Marc, what an experience/adventure! The pics are great...rush hour looks a little 'scary'! Enjoy every minute! Good luck with school and best wishes in 08! |
| 5th January 2008 Carla | miss you! - From: Blood, sweat, and brink of tears: a historical tour of Saigon by foot I love the posts you two!!! LOVE IT!! Krysta- you are such an awesome writer.... I have loved reading your posts and can't wait for all there is to come. Miss you. Car |
| 5th January 2008 Alexis | - From: So far, so good hey! glad to see the trip went smoothly over there and I hope you guys are having a blast!!!! miss ya! |
| 5th January 2008 Wanda | - From: So far, so good Glad to hear that your trip has been great so far and you recieved your luggage! I just took a one-hour direct flight to Regina and had to wait a day and a half to get my bag...oh well Love the pictures and the blog, keep us posted on the travels |
| 4th January 2008 brenda smith | - From: So far, so good Glad you made it to your new adventure. This is a great way to communicate. Look forward to hearing all about your teaching adventures. Love Auntie Brenda |
| 3rd January 2008 Jill | Ho Chi Wow - From: So far, so good Way to go. You two are awesome. have fun and try to take as much in as possible. Enjoy the heat and the funky smells. jill |
| 3rd January 2008 Lisa | Pumped! - From: So far, so good I am so pumped that you have a travel blog! I will check it all the time. Good stuff that you got the emeregency exit row for the long trip. Happy New Exciting Year - enjoy it! Lisa & Wade |
| 3rd January 2008 Kit | Hi! - From: So far, so good Hey guys!! So excited to hear that things are going well!! I love the photos! So fun!! It seems as though it will be an exciting place to come and visit! Teachers, I love that!! haha!! anyway, hope all continues to go well.... Send more updates... Gotta live vicariously through you guys!!!! PS oilers won tonight! haha!! Take care! Kit |
| 2nd January 2008 Jamie | - From: So far, so good Hey, Smiths! LOVE THE PICS!!!! Looks like you're already having an amazing adventure. Glad to hear you made it safe and sound... Krysta, it's my first day back in the office today and I have to tell you we I already feel your absence... Sniff.. Sniff.. your office door has been closed all day .. sniff.. sniff ;) ... Anyways.. happy travels, guys! Stay safe and go camera crazzzzzy Krysta! |
| 2nd January 2008 Susan & Murray | Cheers! - From: So far, so good Happy New Year Marc and Krista!! Great Blog. We will follow regularly! Thanks for including us. Heaps of love and best wishes on your great adventure. Susan, Murray & Tori |
| 2nd January 2008 mama smith | love your new "hood" - From: So far, so good Glad to hear you arrived safe and well. the pics are great - love your new "hood". Looks like you are sharing it with a few others! Enjoy! Love and hugs Mom & Dad S. |
