Category Archives: Faraway Trips and Local Outings

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Saigon is being renovated

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It is a major historical and architectural landmark, albeit a reminder of colonialism, so we’re happy to see they’re trying to preserve and restore it! Jacob and James enjoyed chasing the pigeons hanging out at St. Mary Square in front … Continue reading

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Morning exercises and recreation at Le Thi Rieng Park

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The urban population of Saigon who live in tightly-crammed housing flock to spacious parks for their morning exercise and recreation routine. So, we joined them at Le Thi Rieng Park near my grandparents’ house almost every morning. A memorial to … Continue reading

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We went to the dark side of the Force this Halloween

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This year we had a super-villain and a super-hero. Jacob and James had lots of fun trick-or-treating on Lebanon Ave. Annie went as a monster.

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Downtown Bowling Green, KY

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We drove to Bowling Green, which is 1-hour-and-half drive from Campbellsville and on Central Time, to check out the campus of Western Kentucky University and for a spot of shopping. Bowling Green has a very charming square downtown and many … Continue reading

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Piano concert at Loretto Motherhouse in Nerinx, KY

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We went to a piano concert at the Loretto Motherhouse in Nerinx, Kentucky, performed by Professor Robert Reynolds of Lindsey Wilson College. The area is named after father Charles Nerinx, originally from Belgium, who helped start the Sisters of Loretto … Continue reading

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Crystal Onyx Cave

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We spent our Labor Day underground in Crystal Onyx Cave. It was spectacular! Our guide, Cheryl who is originally from Michigan but is now living in Idaho, was enthusiastically knowledgeable about the mechanism of all cave formations and had great … Continue reading

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Our boat ride at Kenlake State Resort Park

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We rented a pontoon boat to go out for an hour on the Kentucky Lake. Amongst us, Jacob enjoyed his first boat ride most of all.

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Forest Park in St Louis

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We had lunch in Forest Park at The Boat House where Jacob and James had so much fun feeding the ducks and fish.

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James’ 6th birthday party

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James and we all had a fun time celebrating his 6th birthday – a true milestone – at Auntie Karen’s house in Kansas.

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Fourth of July in Topeka, Kansas

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