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Personal stories of travel and adventure from Carrie Kellenberger, a Canadian expat living in Asia since 2003.
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8 Women in Pain Health Bloggers You Should Follow
8 Women in Pain Health Bloggers You Should Follow Last year I started an awareness campaign to highlight women in pain health bloggers that you should follow. This is my 2021 edition. Read on to learn more about these incredible women and the work they are doing to assist and inspire chronic pain patients around the world! Melissa Talwar of Support Fibromyalgia Network I’d be hard-pressed to find readers that don’t know about Melissa’s health advocacy work. She’s a National Board Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach trained at the Functional Medicine Coaching Academy. She is also a Wahls Protocol Certified Professional, and ReCODE Coach (Bredesen Protocol). Melissa was diagnosed with…
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ANKYLOSING SPONDYLITIS, Blog, FEATURES, FIBROMYALGIA, MECFS - Myalgic Encephalomyelitis / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Advocacy Initiatives, A Move, and More for May 2021!
Advocacy Initiatives, A Move, and More for May 2021! Ah, where to start? Today's post is a personal update post. I rarely take the opportunity to do these types of posts, but we've had a lot happening and there's no better way to update than by telling it like it is! Read on to learn more about my May initiatives - my busiest month by far in 2021.
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Versace at Taipei 101 – UNITY. COURAGE. LOYALTY. LOVE.
A few weeks ago, my friend Shahad at VA VA VOOM Taipei invited me to go to a blogging fashion party at Versace at Taipei 101 at September 8th, 2017.
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To Bumpa: My Grandfather for 42+ Years
To Bumpa: My grandfather passed away on Thursday Sept 7, 2017 at 95 years of age. Not many granddaughters can claim to have their grandfather for 43 years.
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Carleton Place High School
In July 2016, I returned to the halls of Carleton Place High School with my dad, Tom Marshall. He was Head of the Phys Ed Department and my coach for years. Carleton Place High School - Enter To Learn, Go Forth To Serve
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Photo Essay: Where I Traveled to in 2013
2012 and 2013 were not kind to the Kellenberger or the Marshall families, but we have had plenty of love and support from family and friends to help us through. The last six weeks have been especially difficult for us, but I'm glad to be putting 2013 behind us. We're looking forward to a positive and successful 2014. Happy New Year to my dear friends and family all over the world!
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Visiting the Xi’an Terracotta Warriors
The Terracotta Warriors are one of the biggest archeological finds of the 20th century. The site is 1.5 kilometers east of Emperor Qin Shi Huang's Mausoleum in Shaanxi Province.
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Ten Years in Asia – Wow! What a Ride!
A few weeks ago, I passed my ten year milestone in Asia. When I embarked on my journey of self discovery so long ago, I never once imagined that I’d still be here after all this time. Going home during my first year was certainly not an option, and I had only been in China for a few weeks when I admitted to myself that I wanted more time embracing this new culture and lifestyle that I had chosen for myself. And that’s the big thing here, I believe. I think one of the big reasons why I’ve been so successful in Asia is because I had the freedom to choose my own life…
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Love Valley or Hartsville? Valentine’s Day Holiday Ideas
When romance is in the air, a holiday for two can seal the deal. Valentine’s Day 2013 falls on a Thursday, which means you can plan the perfect long weekend away. Roses, diamonds or a bottle of bubbly all help set the mood, but getting away from it all with a hotel stay in a special location could prove unforgettable. Try romancing her with a long weekend or whisk her away for a longer holiday to one of these aptly named destinations: Kissing is a municipality in the Aichach-Friedberg District in Bavaria, Germany. This tiny town of just over 14,000 inhabitants is near Munich, so there are plenty of opportunities to…
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Visiting Niagara Falls in the Offseason
Visiting Niagara Falls during the offseason can be just as enjoyable – and more affordable that visiting during the summer – if you know what to expect.
