Category Archives: culture

The Cowtown Marathon: I Choose Joy!

Posted on 6 March 2016 by HelenHThomas

The 38th Cowtown Marathon 2016 On February 28th, 8,344 individuals participated in the 38th half, full , or ultra marathon in my newest home town . . . Fort Worth (aka Cowtown). Although I have participated in this race before … Continue reading →

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Until We Meet Again

Posted on 21 February 2016 by HelenHThomas

Farewell to Switzerland for Now A fabulous expat ride in Switzerland is coming to an end for me and my family. Like many expats know, moving to a foreign country is loaded with waves of opposing emotions. However, after assessing … Continue reading →

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Trippy Barcelona

Posted on 7 July 2015 by HelenHThomas

     Placa George Orwell in Barcelona was once known as Placa Trippy due to the high rate of drug use in this area of Barcelona. When Barcelona hosted the Olympics of 1992, the city underwent a major ‘clean up’ … Continue reading →

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