Tag Archives: Pacaya Volcano

You have to right now?

Posted on March 7, 2013 by TBM

Last week I wrote about a lesson I learned when I hiked a volcano in Guatemala. This week I have another story to share from that day. After our hike, our group spent some time at the base to get … Continue reading →

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A lesson learned

Posted on February 28, 2013 by TBM

One of the things I do before traveling to a new country is check out the U. S. Department of State’s website for travel warnings and tips. When preparing for my trip to Guatemala I hopped onto the website and … Continue reading →

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Travel Photo of the Day (February 21)

Posted on February 21, 2013 by TBM
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It’s not easy being the helping type

Posted on February 21, 2013 by TBM

I can’t believe it has been over three years since I was in Guatemala—it seems like yesterday. And I will never forget the day I climbed my first volcano. To be clear, it’s still the only volcano I’ve climbed, but I hope … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Blogging

Posted on January 11, 2013 by TBM

Today is my two year blogging anniversary. I can’t believe it. When I started I didn’t know what to expect. I thought it would be more like an online journal for me to keep track of my challenge to visit 192 countries, … Continue reading →

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Don’t want to make that mistake again

Posted on December 13, 2012 by TBM

Earlier this week I mentioned I joined a gym. I’m not a gym person. I always feel so out of place and wimpy when I’m surrounded by people who can pick me up with one finger. However, we are in … Continue reading →

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Travel Theme: Mystical

Posted on November 18, 2012 by TBM

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The Hike that almost Killed Me

Posted on May 4, 2012 by TBM

I apologize folks, this posting was originally published when my blog was a baby and I don’t think many people read it.  So I am reposting it since many were curious when I shared some photos taken during my hike … Continue reading →

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Travel Photo of the Day (May 2)

Posted on May 2, 2012 by TBM

One of the most difficult hikes I have ever done was hike to the top of Pacaya, an active volcano in Guatemala.  The views were amazing though.  This photo was taken near the top. And this photo is of the … Continue reading →

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M is for Molten Lava

Posted on March 27, 2012 by TBM

This week’s letter for Frizztext’s A-Z archive photo challenge is M.  While in Guatemala, we hiked the Pacaya Volcano, which is an active volcano.  The hike to the top was quite a challenge, but seeing the molten lava flowing from this … Continue reading →

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