by mcgarveysan | Jul 8, 2021 | Gear Reviews, Hiking, PCT 2021, Travel
Thru-hiking with sleep apnea is a challenge. I’ve been under the watchful eye of a sleep physician for several years. She diagnosed me (Steve) with moderate obstructive sleep apnea. I learned all about this when I had issues with A-FIB for several... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 9, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
The Grand Palace is amazing, magnificent, confusing and crowded. The Grand Palace is much less crowded if you’re willing to stand in the direct sunshine. The shaded view points go quickly! Grand Palace: What is it? The Grand Palace is 54 acres of glittering,... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 5, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
Wat Suthat proved to be one of the best temples we’ve explored yet! It’s grounds are amazing and the sense of peace in the air is palpable. This is one of Bangkok’s jewels! But first…time for pampering Noelle here: After walking a couple blocks... 
by mcgarveysan | Mar 2, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
What’s the weather like today? Today we’re heading to the Maeklong Train Market and it’s really warm here. Some would even call it hot with a high of 82°F/27.7°C and the humidity around 80%. The weather plays into our decisions about what tourist... 
by mcgarveysan | Feb 29, 2020 | Travel
Grief, mourning and trains. It’s been that kind of last few weeks. Noelle here: What a full last few months we’ve had. From Pacific Crest Trail hiking to the daily intensity of assisting aging parents and back to the trail again, a couple times. It felt... 
by mcgarveysan | Feb 28, 2020 | Bangkok, Thailand, Travel
Historic City of Ayutthaya World Unesco Site First, a little history, because we travel to learn new things about new places…plus I’m a geek and this stuff is fascinating for me! Founded in 1350, Ayutthaya, Thailand flourished between the 14th and 18th...