Wednesday, April 23, 2008 • 12:32 am 30
I am so envious. Even as I write this entry, this couple is traveling to the ends of the earth. But tomorrow, I get to go to…Tacoma, Washington. Holla.
In light of yesterday’s intense post and conversation, here’s a simple question and hopefully, many folks, including the ”quiet” blog readers will chime in: Read the rest of this entry »
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Tuesday, January 29, 2008 • 12:16 am 13
I’m currently in Chicago for a quick visit to the Covenant Midwinter Conference and to re-connect with some pastor colleagues around North America and will be returning to Seattle later today. It snowed yesterday [again] in Seattle and I know folks have been complaining about the cold. Well, toughen up…it’s nothing compared to how others have it…
This is the the forecast for Chicago today [Tuesday]:
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And let’s not even talk about eastern Canada where the temp [w/ wind chill factor] will be between 26-38 degrees celsius! Honestly, I know that Chicago is a wonderful city but Read the rest of this entry »
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Thursday, December 13, 2007 • 2:24 am 12
I love traveling. Prior to marriage and parenthood, I traveled to nearly every state and about a dozen countries. While having children is a great blessing, it impacts our ability to travel for various reasons. Traveling is wonderful for many reasons but it’s also important in helping shape our worldviews. It’s refreshing and vital to know that the world is a bigger place than what we know.
The New York Times last Sunday had an INCREDIBLE article entitled, 53 Places to Go in 2008… Read the rest of this entry »
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Tuesday, November 20, 2007 • 2:22 am 23
It’s the holidays. Thanksgiving and Christmas are already here and before you know it, we’ll be ushering in 2008. Actually, Christmas was here since mid-August at Costco which is ludicrous but that’s another story.
A simple question to the readers of this blog – in hopes that readers but non-commenters would take the plunge and share even this one tidbit of information. It’s nothing intimidating.
What are your Thanksgiving and/or Christmas plans this year? Who’s staying? Who’s going where? And if you’re staying, where is “here?” Who’s leaving the country? Who has the most exciting plans? Read the rest of this entry »
Thursday, November 15, 2007 • 2:33 am 12
The family and I are now back from our week work/play trip to Hawaii. We had a good time but it’s actually good to be back home. All is good except two things: 1) learned one of our older congregants broke her hip at church last Sunday and 2) Lance Armstong and Kate Ashley Olson are supposedly dating. I go away for a week and this is what happens!
Here are some highlights, lowlights, and random information from our excursion to Hawaii to aid you for your future trip to the 50th state: Read the rest of this entry »
Tuesday, November 13, 2007 • 2:53 am 3
I’ll miss you Hawaii. But Gray, Wind, Cloudy, and Rain are waiting for me in Seattle and interestingly enough, I miss them too. I must be crazy.
Till next time Hawaii…
[photo taken from the North Shore area of Oahu...]
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Wednesday, November 7, 2007 • 12:01 am 5
Why can’t we have beaches like this in Seattle?
Rain has ceased and the sun’s out. A little cloudy but no complaints since it shields us from the sun. Maybe because it’s not yet the holidays or school break or there’s something we don’t know about, but we’ve been pleasantly surprised with the small crowds in Waikiki. The beaches and pools seem very empty which is great for us.
Tuesday, November 6, 2007 • 1:25 am 11
Minhee and I enjoy traveling but like many others, we have financial limitations or restrictions. So over the years, we’ve learned to be creative as well as some tricks to save funds.
In addition, when you have three children – airfares add up and the “stress factor” must be taken into consideration as well. Flying with three kids over long distances is not an easy task. Single folks that suggest to us, “Just give them Benadryl,” have no idea what they’re talking about. Read the rest of this entry »
Monday, November 5, 2007 • 2:08 am 9
Well, someone’s gotta do it. I’m flying out to Hawaii today with my family to officiate the weddings for two of our church couples next weekend. I’m committed to my congregation so even if it forces me to fly out to Hawaii, I’ll take one for the team.
After a very busy summer, Read the rest of this entry »
Sunday, November 4, 2007 • 1:38 am 3
The Seattle Times published an inspiring article entitled, Out of the Comfort Zone, as its feature article in today’s Sunday Pacific Northwest Magazine. It’s written by Paula Bock who has traveled/vacationed with her husband [and now daughter] to the Thai-Burma border annually since 1996. During their trips, they volunteer with the refugees on the border. In her words:
Volunteering on the Thai-Burma border for a dozen years has changed me. Read the rest of this entry »
Wednesday, October 3, 2007 • 12:58 am 3
Yes, it is snowing – but not in Seattle. I’ve been at Calgary, Canada for couple days to speak at a pastors’ retreat and more specfically, at Canmore and Banff. Refreshing, we had some light snow here today. After couple presentations, my responsibilities are done and will be back in Seattle later today.
I had a free afternoon today and took a drive out with couple other folks to Banff National Park Read the rest of this entry »
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Friday, August 31, 2007 • 1:57 am 3
I had the chance to travel to New York and New Jersey for a few days last weekend. It was incredibly hot, muggy, and humid. Typical for summers in the East Coast but unbearable for someone who’s used to the temperate and beautiful [summer] Seattle weather. I was there for a speaking engagement at Metro Community Church. If you’re in Northern Jersey/Fort Lee or even in the Manhattan area and you’re looking for a church, check them out.
I don’t travel too often for speaking engagements anymore but when someone in New York City or New Jersey calls, I’m there. Why? It’s like a second home. Exactly 15 years ago, I got into my parent’s Toyota Camry station wagon and trekked solo across country from San Francisco to Princeton, New Jersey for grad school at Princeton Seminary. I have many fond memories including enjoying the first five months of marriage there.
During this trip [because I have the hunch it may be my last trip to Princeton for a while], I did my best Jason Bourne impression [without the violence] Read the rest of this entry »
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Friday, April 13, 2007 • 6:24 pm 7
we are in vancouver, british columbia right now to enjoy two days of rest and great food. as most know, we love coming to vancouver several occasions/year. it truly is a beautiful city and we try to encourage many folks to visit. especially if you live in seattle or in the larger northwest, it’s a premier rest destination. when you factor in costs for flying and the convenience of driving, vancouver should be one your top 3 places in the NW. so, here’s what we did to save as much money as possible: Read the rest of this entry »
Sunday, December 10, 2006 • 5:18 pm 1
as christmas draws near, my family and i are hoping to utilize the 10 vacation days we have left before it expires in the new year. my church has been gracious in giving me several weeks each year. anyway, i wanted to share with you some of the best resources for hotels we have used countless times and saved thousands of dollars.
we love traveling – both locally and nationally but with three kids, we do most of our traveling locally in the pacific northwest and have enjoyed the following places: ashland, bend, portland, cannon beach, vancouver, bc, whistler, bellingham, lake chelan, and the olympic peninsula. for most of the places we visit, we utilize priceline to make bids on hotels. Read the rest of this entry »
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