The Crunchy Life: a travel & food blog
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In Favor of Backpacking
Chile | During our backpacking trip in Patagonia, we had ample time for reflection and discussion. I kept coming back to my love of backpacking, which was cemented even more during eight days on the trail. Some of the reasons relate to the beauty and fun of being in nature, while others relate…
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Another Life is Possible
Paraguay | When we set out to travel for a year, one of our goals was to experience alternative ways of life. We did not know what this would look like and definitely did not have Paraguay on our bucket list…
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Graveyard of the Neoliberal Dream
Peru & Bolivia | When we made this blog, we weren’t sure exactly what we wanted to write about. All we knew was that many friends and family were asking us to make a blog to keep up with our travels and also that writing helps us process what we are experiencing. We’re still…
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Taking Off
What in the world are we doing? In just two days we are embarking on a year of international travel. Our travels will include traditional sightseeing as well as outdoor adventures like backpacking in Patagonia and trekking to Everest Base Camp. However, we also want to prioritize spiritual growth, connecting with local communities,…