Modessa Island, Palawan

I think I have found it, I think I have actually found paradise. Pale turquoise water glistens like gemstones, it is perfectly calm and the sand soft like baby powder. This is heaven. This is Modessa Island.
SaltyBug’s Guide to Perth, Western Australia

On our recent trip back to Perth, Western Australia I decided to play tourist. I wanted to discover and rediscover what my city has to offer. Here is SaltyBug’s Guide to Perth.
Tuko Beach Resort – Occidental Mindoro

Every felt like you found your paradise? I have…come along with me and let me introduce you to the Tuko Beach Resort on Occidental Mindoro. A secluded hideaway, a place to escape to.
Pandin Lake & River Monsters – Just Kidding…

I was twitchy, we had to get out of town so we went back down to Laguna to visit the Seven Lakes of San Pablo. Okay, we only really saw 3 but it was a very awesome day and now I have stopped twitching…for now…
Home is Where the Heart Is

Life was simpler when we were home, when photographs of that life sneak up on me they take my breath away. It hurts remembering. Such is the nature of homesickness, and of the grief of letting go of the past.
Sandy Toes & Salty Kisses – Cagbalete Island

We just took a weekend off. Heading to Cagbalete Island, we went off the grid for a few days and it was lovely. Noodle-Bug came along for the adventure too. Now he is officially a Seadog.
Expat Survival Guide – Part 6 – A Bit About ‘Expat Guilt’

Expat guilt is a real thing. Guilt over leaving home, uprooting children and social inequity all find ways of seeping into our hearts and minds. Here are a few thoughts and strategies which may be helpful.
A Few of My Favourite Things

My friend asked me to show her my side of town. I was so excited to show off my two favourite places. UP Town Center and CommonRoom. Come along and see for yourself.
The Disconnected Expat – Survival Guide

Expat life is not all glossy parties and glamorous travel. It can be unbelievably challenging. Lately, I have been feeling disconnected, so here is some advice to new expats.
A Recipe for Lemonade
I make no secret of how hard this expat journey has been. I am an honest woman and I am neither ashamed nor embarrassed by my emotions and how I feel about things.