It started at about 6 AM… "Hey guys, I can't find my laptop." Carrie just turned on the lights, waking all of us girls up (most of us rather grumpy about it). "One of the guys probably … Read more about The Day Everything Imaginable Went Wrong
Cambodia: a visual review
It's a fairly well known fact that I take a lot of pictures. I have taken thousands so far on the Race. Yet somehow, Cambodia holds the record for the most pictures taken in a month to date. The … Read more about Cambodia: a visual review
Chasing Rainbows
Being in Cambodia during the rainy season means potential downpour everyday. Today, however, was sunny, hot, and dry. No sign of rain. We sweated the entire drive to class, mentioning how when it … Read more about Chasing Rainbows
Time for a Little Feedback
Feedback is the at the core of World Race culture. Alumni and current Racers know exactly what I'm talking about. And new Racers are probably learning about it at Training Camp this weekend. We … Read more about Time for a Little Feedback
WR Excursion 101
Praise the Lord, all nations; Laud Him all peoples! For His lovingkindness is great towards us, And the truth of the Lord is everlasting. Praise the Lord! Psalm 117 It’s a … Read more about WR Excursion 101
The Trouble with Blogging
At training camp they told us, "try to blog twice a week, if not more. Your supporters want to hear from you. Blogging is the most effective way to fundraise." I thought, "Oh … Read more about The Trouble with Blogging
Beautiful faces: Thailand
Thailand is known for how easily everyone smiles. While at times that can be dangerous, as "keeping face" can often hide a person's true feelings, there are times when you simply … Read more about Beautiful faces: Thailand
Bless this Food to our Bodies: dealing with lactose intolerance on the race
My team knows this well, and most of the squad does now too, you just don't give Kirsten dairy. The results are disastrous and usually involve discomfort (and slight suffocation) for everyone … Read more about Bless this Food to our Bodies: dealing with lactose intolerance on the race
Life Lessons: WR Style part 2
When you answer to "gringo" without hesitation, you might be a Racer. When you stop trying to understand the language of horns on the road (yet somehow learn to figure out what they mean … Read more about Life Lessons: WR Style part 2
