Live From Suckville Presents: The Sylva Lining
Did you know that Suckville doesn't exist, but we've all been there? It's a place, state of mind, or event that really… Well, sucks. But you're not alone there, and that's the point of Live From Suckville.
Nearly two weeks ago already, I returned from (another) bike tour with my two-wheeled companion, Penny. Bike tours always consist largely of planning, eating and pedaling. And pedaling is always … Continue reading Star Light, Star Bright…
When I tell people I’m riding my bike across the country, responses usually drift (like loaded touring bikes in a crosswind) into two categories: WTF? Followed by: Are you going … Continue reading (Almost) On the Road Again…
Regretfully, I just finished Tom Robbins’ time-warping opus, Jitterbug Perfume. I never, ever wanted it to end but it’s kind of book-shaped lesson. Why? My time in Italy also nears … Continue reading As Easy As ABC: Alpi, Bici, Campeggi
After sweating enough to quench the thirst of a whole stadium full of elephants, we up and went to a town named after them: Chiang Dao, or Elephant Mountain. Chiang … Continue reading Riding and Writing: Chiang Dao & Chiang Mai, Thailand to Luang Prabang, Laos
One recent morning ago, I discovered I am a water goddess. Or at least my name is attributed to one, according to Nick, the proprietor of … Continue reading Writing and Riding: Muang Khua, Laos to Oudamxai, Laos
Our new, constant friend — the gray sky — watched over us on our rest day in Dien Bien Phu. The day slipped by amidst late breakfast, errands which involved … Continue reading Writing and Riding: Dien Bien Phu Vietnam to Muang Khua, Laos
Live From Suckville Presents: The Sylva Lining 