New Years Resolution(s)?

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I have never been successful with New Years resolutions. Inevitably two weeks later I’ve forgotten about the promises I’ve made to myself and am charting a course into the new year without a thought as to those resolutions. I will tell you a secret… It doesn’t both me one bit that I don’t fulfill these [...]

The “Most” of 2011

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Happy New Year! 2011 was a big year for us at IShouldLogOff. We transitioned from a permanent nomadic lifestyle to something a bit more traditional and settled. That doesn’t mean the adventures don’t continue, in 2011 we started adventure racing in Florida, snorkeled with Jesus in the Florida Keys and explored Mexico City. No bets [...]

A Christmas Controversy

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We’ve all experienced culture shock at one time or another, but few of us would expect Christmas celebrations and customs to be shocking. After all, Christmas may be one of the most universally celebrated holidays in the world given how many non-Christians participate in the non-religious commercial aspects of the holiday. We all recognize the [...]

Solstice Traditions

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During the winter solstice, the path of the sun starts turning towards the north after reaching the southernmost position. The word solstice actually means that the sun is standing still.  For those in the northern hemisphere, this is the longest night of the year and the shortest day.  In the southern hemisphere it is the [...]