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More about Volunteering in Tana Toraja

Posted on February 28, 2012 by Heather

How cute are these students at Merda’s preschool in Tana Toraja?   Here is a guest blog I wrote about volunteering in Tana Toraja for MyItchyTravelFeet.com – a travel website for baby boomers. Enjoy! Click here for more photos documenting … Continue reading →

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Crocs: An Unlikely Solution to the Asian Rainy Season Dilemma

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Heather

I bought a pair I bought a pair of Crocs yesterday. The horror!!! This purchase was one of the most difficult I have ever made. You see, I can’t stand Crocs. I think they’re: ugly clunky and overall pretty darn … Continue reading →

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Language Learning for the Linguistically Challenged

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Heather

Learning Bahasa Indonesia for me is like climbing Mt. Everest. After six months on and off in the country, I decided to do something about my complete lack of knowledge and hired a teacher. My teacher has a great, bubbly … Continue reading →

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