On Sunday we decided to take our rickety bikes for a spin out into the countryside somewhat, with hopes that we didn't end up having to carry them back. The destination was a hill that offered an overview of the community, as well as some historical markers of interest. But we never made it all … Continue reading Avoiding Scammers and Seeking Chocolate: A Bike Ride in the Indian Countryside
With our new WorkAway position volunteering at a small school in Chengannur in full swing, our schedule would run from about 10:30 to 3:00, minus a break for lunch. For the students, each day began with their National Anthem, their National Pledge, and the song that they called "the prayer". When the school director learned … Continue reading Encountering Familiar Faces in India
We've ridden bikes on the Cape Cod Rail Trail several times before. On a couple of occasions, we've ridden its entire 25.5 mile length; indeed, we've even gone farther, all the way to the end of the Cape to camp in a tent in Provincetown before pedaling back the next day. But this time our … Continue reading Two Wheels Spinning on Cape Cod
world travel with a theatrical flair 