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About Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hi and welcome! We are Tim and Joanne Joseph and we have just embarked on our latest adventure. We hope you will join us!

Bangkok in pictures

We had a wonderful tour with two other couples today.  I’m so tired this evening that I can’t keep my eyes open long enough to give you any details, so instead I will just post a few of my favorite … Continue reading

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Getting around in Bangkok, slowly acclimating

We planned for today to be simply time to get adjusted to our new time zone.  After a 6 am buffet breakfast, we took a short nap, showered and then hit the street to check out the area around the … Continue reading

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Arrived Safely in Bangkok

It was a long flight and we are both rummy from lack of sleep.  Anyway I am rummy, Tim was more successful on the sleep front than I was.  It is currently in the wee hours of Tuesday morning here … Continue reading

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Spoiling ourselves before getting on a very long flight

Today is the big day!  We are finally taking off for Thailand. Even though we finished our packing last night, our day had to start early.  Up at 6 and out the door before 7:30 for the two-hour drive down … Continue reading

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In Pictures ~ Point Dume State Beach, Malibu California

Point Dume State Beach is located in Malibu.  Not as crowded as many other Southern California beaches, it still offers views, swimming, surfing, tide pools to explore, and more.  Parking is limited and no dogs are allowed on the path. … Continue reading

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Semuc Champey, Guatemala ~ Hidden Jungle Paradise and El Retiro

OK, confession time – I thoroughly intend to make you want to drop whatever you are doing, grab your passport, jump on an airplane and head for this hidden jungle paradise.  I have been blessed to visit over 40 different … Continue reading

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Picture of the day ~ Ruins in Antigua, Guatemala

I have fallen deeply, hopelessly and forever in love with Guatemala.  My first trip was in 2006 when a dear friend of mine was adopting her second daughter from Guatemala.  As a single mom, she was nervous to travel alone, so … Continue reading

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Dana Point ~ Elephant Parade, hurry or you will miss seeing it!

Have you heard about Mosha, the little elephant that stepped on a land mine and lost his front leg?  Well, I had not until this weekend.  As tragic as this event was, it has led to an inspiring outcome. Here … Continue reading

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Picture of the day ~ A pine cone by any other name

When I think of pine cones, I think of the holidays.  Used to decorate the table, attach to a door wreath, or hang with ribbons on the tree. Did you know that they can also be used to make a … Continue reading

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Castle Crags State Park ~ scenic hiking, fall colors, easy access

Castle Crags State Park is located in Northern California just six miles south of Dunsmuir on I-5.  According to the Parks and Rec web site: “The park offers swimming and fishing in the Sacramento River, hiking in the back country, … Continue reading

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