Monthly Archives: February 2012

Nostalgia

Posted on February 24, 2012 by

Lately I’ve been thinking about things from my youth that made me feel warm, cozy, and happy. That includes some old board games and toys that I wish I still had to share with my niece and nephew. Also, I’m … Continue reading →

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Co-Co the Caravan

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

In 1956, Ladybird Books published Tootles the Taxi and Other Rhymes, a sweet little collection of verse about vehicles–including Co-Co the Caravan (seen here turning in for the night). Co-Co was joined by characters such as Larry the Lorry, Stumbles … Continue reading →

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African ReCamp

Posted on February 11, 2012 by

Just returned from two weeks in Addis Ababa and Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, where the preferred mode of transportation is cramming 15 people in these mini-buses. Talk about getting close with your fellow travelers. You just hop on, hit the side … Continue reading →

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