Tag Archives: travel

When the Inn is Even Better Than the Event

Posted on April 11, 2019 by Jan C. Johnson

Y’all… we just got back from “Eroica California,” a historic cycling event in Cambria, California. And did we EVER pick the best place to stay! We’ve participated in big cycling rallies before, and Problem One is always parking. A little … Continue reading →

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Of Figs and Peppers

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

“Write what you know,” goes the usual advice. So… I’m writing this series of short humorous novels. I’ve mentioned before that the stories take place in Palestine, Texas, which happens to be my home town. I set some key events … Continue reading →

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Tuscany on Two Wheels

Posted on November 30, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

Last time, I promised to tell you all about our Ciclismo Classico bicycle tour in Italy, besides just the amazing food and guides and lodging and cappuccinos. Here’s the bike garage at Il Mollinello, our guide Sandro’s home / B&B … Continue reading →

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Send Me Packing

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

As I maaaay have mentioned once or twice (or eighty times, but who’s counting?), I recently traveled with a group of friends to Liberia, West Africa. This carefully choreographed undertaking involved months of preparation and a packing list as long … Continue reading →

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Liberia Report: From War to Peace

Posted on March 23, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

  Benjamin Somah walked into Monrovia’s Peace Cafe, where our freshly arrived team sat with a few local contacts, enjoying some coffee and Internet time. Our friends knew this local craftsman, so we checked out his artwork.   We already … Continue reading →

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Liberia Report: Cooking

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Jan C. Johnson

The foundation of BESTWA’s ministry is feeding children. The Liberian people have so many needs besides, but the need for food is universal, immediate, and ongoing. While visiting Buchanan, we learned quite a bit about how our resourceful friends manage, … Continue reading →

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