It is roasty toasty here in Singapore.  What does it feel like?? Imagine you are walking through New York City on the hottest day of the

Our 22 year-old son just started working for United Airlines.  It’s a terrific job that he is enjoying and we are so proud of him.

I am one of the few people who enjoys the colonoscopy prep process. I think the liquid is palatable when mixed with Crystal Light, I

We leave for a big trip today. We will be away from home for 19 days. While there is excitement about the adventure, the launch

In just over 24 hours we will take flight for Singapore. The last time I posted to ‘A Swift Adventure’ the kids were 10 and

Our first day in Spain we were exhausted, hot and excited to finally be here. After doing a little unpacking we walked out of our

When I started playing tennis I often played with a woman named Frankie. She was over 80 and had flowing long silver hair. She didn’t

Before we left on sabbatical people asked me what I would be doing during our year abroad. I usually demurred at this question since I

I had read about them. We even had a family competition. Who ever saw one first would win. We were all looking for “Caganers”. The

This year all four of us are taking Spanish lessons. Jacob and Lily have classes at school; Mike and I are taking adult classes. Mike

After a day of traveling Traveling with children is not for the faint of heart. It involves planning, schlepping, whining, sweating, sleep deprivation, yelling and

Living in Barcelona has led to a few poor decisions. Nothing has been very major but each time we make a mistake we chalk it

Mike and I recently celebrated our anniversary. Typically we markthe occasion with small gifts and dinner out. This year was different. On my constant quest

School started last week. Despite the long days (leaving home before 8am and coming home around 5pm, Lily and Jacob did well and have quickly

By Jacob… Finally there!! When we were in London my dad and I decided to go to the Who Shop (a Doctor Who themed store).

When most people travel they head for major points of historical interest. We try to make time for the “important” places but often we find