In my last post, Finding Home, I wrote about Ken's health challenges, his re-diagnosis of Normal Pressure Hydracephalus (NPH), and that we were waiting for a neurosurgery appointment and treatment plan. Since then, Ken has had two neurosurgery appointments, confirmation of the new diagnosis, and surgery to implant a ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunt in his brain... Continue Reading →
Quito: Vignettes from the first few days
The primary goal of our posts is to update family and friends on our whereabouts. However, we have gained so much knowledge reading fellow nomad and long-term traveller blogs that we will include a few details that might seem inconsequential to some readers, but which we hope will provide practical information to those on a similar path. To receive notifications... Continue Reading →
Hobbling through summer
I was really looking forward to summer. Summer in Calgary can be fun. Loads of sun, festivals, river rafting/paddling, cycling, and of course the stampede. We live inner city, so can get to most events and activities in under a 30-minute walk. And since I'm working remotely and flexibly, I anticipated lots of extra time with... Continue Reading →