Category: Preparations
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Our thoughts as we leave
This is just a quick post on family feelings as we take off! We thought it would be fun to do a quick share of each family member’s emotions (kiddos chose to write poems). If you’re interested, our previous post from a few weeks ago has more details on logistics…
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Preparing to live from backpacks
Heads-up. This is a very long/wordy post! TLDR version: Lots of planning, 6 backpacks and a roller bag, 20 countries. Now, the details, for those who are interested: Family, friends, and coworkers often ask us when our family travel year idea took shape. Honestly, our planning for a family sabbatical…
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Early Days
When Howie and I first crossed paths in 2002, we had recently completed our undergrad degrees and independently traveled after graduation. I had been living in Nelson, New Zealand, working in a small hostel, coaching a swim team, and slicing vegetables in the produce department of a local grocery store.…
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Eight Boots Abroad – Preparing to Launch!
We’re a family of four little hikers out exploring a great big world! After dreaming of it for years and countless months of planning, we are headed out for a full year abroad to learn and grow together. Thanks for joining us as we step out into the world! We’re…
Eight Boots Abroad 