by Paul Kortman | Nov 18, 2016 | Travel Update
We love Mexico, living there for the last year has helped us confirm that it's a place we'd like to set up a home base in. However, when we decided we'd like to add a (non white) child to our family we were informed that permanent residents of Mexico can adopt for...
by Becky Kortman | Jul 7, 2016 | Photos, Travel Update
Update We have decided to stay here in San Miguel de Allende for 2-3 months while I (Becky) see a doctor and get my thyroid situation worked out. We are also waiting for the autumn temps to return to the Yucatan before we head over that way. Exploring We spent the...
by Paul Kortman | Jun 24, 2016 | Lifestyle, Travel Update
We spent the winter in the Baja peninsula, and we loved it there. But I couldn't believe that that was the busy season, sure in Cabo San Lucas it was crazy (when is it not) but in just about everywhere else it was delightful. The weather was awesome, sure it was dry...
by Paul Kortman | Jun 16, 2016 | Lifestyle, Memories, Travel Update
For those of you reading this who have lived internationally, you probably already know what a visa run is. For those of you who don't understand, I will explain. Most countries offer first world country citizens visitor visas on arrival. Mexico is no exception to...
by Becky Kortman | Jun 13, 2016 | Memories, Travel Update
We stayed in Texas longer than we anticipated because Gracie was giving us trouble. While we diagnosed and repaired Gracie we hung out and enjoyed some Texan hospitality. The kids swam in the pool every day and we spent evenings playing frisbee with the dog at the...
by Becky Kortman | Jun 12, 2016 | Memories, Travel Update
Visiting Mountain View Ranch was a highlight of our trip toward Mexico! Mike was my boss 'back in the day' when I worked as the Dean's Assistant at Reformed Bible College (now Kuyper College). Betsy, his wife, was a fellow crafter and home decor kindred spirit....