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The kindness of strangers: A safe place to sleep
It was a long day in rural Texas. We had battled stiff headwinds for 50 miles already and were more than ready to call it a day. For ten miles we had been searching for a spot to pitch our tent, but...
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My journey back to health
(Edited to add: I’ve had quite a few people ask me for a more detailed description of signs and symptoms. I’ve written that here.) I’ve been unwell. For a long time. There – I said it. ((whew!)) I...
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Maruti beads: A review
A while ago I got an email in my inbox. I was wondering if you would like to review our beads on your blog. I will be happy to send you a free bead mix pack. Ummm… free beads? You bet! A few weeks...
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Life cycle of Penguins
Penguins are social birds and live in colonies of up to 150,000 Penguins are social birds and live in communities of up to 150,000. Their bodies are covered by a thick layer of fat to protect them from...
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Cycling in Breckenridge
The beautiful city of Breckenridge is calling you to experience its magic. Situated high in the Colorado Rockies, it’s breathtaking beauty is something you will never forget. For cyclists, there is...
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Llamas vs Alpacas
Alpaca were bred for their fur, while llamas are bred for strength as pack animals. Llamas and alpacas are hooved mammals native to the Andes of South America. It is believed they are descendent of the...
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My doh moment: Taking the long way home
It was one of those moments. One of those doh moments. One of those times when you smack yourself upside the head and say, “I can’t believe I did that.” But that comes later in this story… The year was...
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How Do Volcanoes Form?
Volcanoes dominate the landscape in Nicaragua and Costa Rica – big, massive volcanoes rising up out of nowhere. Occasionally, steam or glowing red lava seeps out of tops. How do volcanoes form, anyway?...
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Fatigue and body aches after the expedition
It was only 30 months ago that we finished our journey. 30 months ago I was healthy and strong. 30 months ago, I could ride my heavily-laden bicycle long distances against horrific winds. And yet now,...
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Things to do in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Many of you know that we lived in Ethiopia for seven years. Our sons were born during that time, and they spent the first 4.5 years of their lives in Addis Ababa. If you are planning a trip to East...
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6 Things to look for when buying a second hand bicycle
Bicycle sales worldwide have shot up over the past few years; and are predicted to reach nearly $80 billion by the end of 2015. The surge in bicycle sales can be attributed to a number of different...
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3 Steps to overcome fear and live the life of your dreams
Fear. It’s enough to stop us in our tracks. And kill dreams, unfortunately. What dream do you have? You know that dream you’ve stashed into the deepest recesses of your brain? The one you keep hidden...
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A traveler’s Halloween to remember
Halloween. It’s every kid’s dream, but can be difficult when traveling. Where do you go trick or treating? What do we use to piece together costumes? For us, as a family traveling on bikes, Halloween...
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A Christmas gift to help your dreams come true
Jumpstart your dreams in 2014! We here at Family on Bikes are all about living your dream. We’ve seen first-hand how life-changing and empowering it is to grab life by the horns and steer it in the...
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Our ongoing health care saga and the Affordable Care Act
One of the unintentional running themes in my blog has ended up being health care. In Albuquerque, John and Daryl were hit by a car. John refused to go to the hospital for treatment because of the...
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The best of 2013 on Family on Bikes
2014 is nearly here! I figured the beginning of a new year was a good excuse to look back through the old one. And so – here are what I consider to be my best posts of 2013. Enjoy! January Can we all...
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Why not do it now?
I love it when I hear from other bloggers who want to write about their journey toward making their dream life happen. Every time I read their stories, I’m inspired anew. Today, I introduce you to...
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Out & About in Boise, Idaho
You all know that we now live in Boise. It’s where I grew up, where my sons were born, and where we decided to make home after our big journey. I love it here, and am thrilled to call it home....
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Taking a gamble: Terror in Pakistan
It was 1990 when I took perhaps the biggest gamble of my life. That year I arrived into Islamabad, Pakistan with little more than a bicycle, a dream, and a man I didn’t know. I had met John through a...
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How to perform regular bicycle maintenance while on a bike tour
I know a lot about riding a bike around the world. I can figure out a route and know what to look for in panniers. I know a lot – and I know when I’m out of my league. Bicycle maintenance is one of...
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