the blog

  • Qamea

    Photos from our visit to Qamea. We loved re-visiting our friends here. Read more

  • Koro

    Photos from our two week stay in Koro, which was supposed to be a few days but the wind was very strong so we couldn’t leave. We really enjoyed hiking every day. Notice who’s wearing my skirt? (his idea) Read more

  • Short and Sweet

    Short and Sweet

    My dear Peace Corps buddy Benito and his husband Cliff came to Fiji to visit us to celebrate ten years of being together. They rented a house by the beach and also stayed with us on Guava for a few nights. They came bearing gifts of cranberry juice, rum from duty-free, and a plethora of… Read more

  • Motown

    Motown

    Our buddy and climbing partner Mo came to visit us for 12 days. It was Mo’s first time snorkeling, and they loved it. Good thing they are a good swimmer, as the first snorkel featured lots of current and waves. We did lots of snorkeling. Our first day sailing Mo was terrified the whole time.… Read more

  • Tomu at the Tiller

    Tomu demonstrates his ability to start and drive our dinghy, Patch. He learned all this on his own from watching Hannah and I operate. We spend many hours in Patch for entertainment. Enjoy! Read more

  • Po Po comes to town

    Po Po comes to town

    My mom came for a two week visit. I learned how you say grandma in Fijian: bubu (pronounced boombu). It sure was nice having her on board. She played with Wade non-stop, helped with cooking, and even washed diapers and clothes! I was sad after she left. She’s special. Wade was sad too. He got… Read more