From mid-2006 to June 2007, Joe and Rachel drove 26,964 miles through the US, Mexico, Central America and Canada in a van. Sadly, Joe passed away in May 2008. Their blog isn’t updated anymore, but it’s a poignant reminder to live the life you want to live.
Kristin Spencer and her husband are on a mission, one dictated by a ‘higher power’. Wherever they go – so go the ‘sprouts’ (aka their 2 young children). In fact, they are missionaries who’s serves having them traveling the world and it’s a family endeavor. Enjoy the entries of their adventures and the tips on how to make to make it all work.
A 19 year old London black cab, 3 friends, the British Red Cross and the Guinness Book of World Records -what do they all have in common? Normally nothing. But, in this instance – everything. Three friends decided to drive a London black cab from – you guessed it, London to Sydney, Australia – raising money for the British Red Cross and breaking the Guinness Word Record for the longest taxi ride. They broke the record and haven’t even reached Sydney yet.
Life was nice and easy in the US for Rachael and Josh. Then, Josh’s employers gave him the opportunity to work abroad – in Dakar, Senegal to be exact. Rachael being a freelance writer/photographer made the decision to move that much easier. So, they packed up their belongings, including two dogs and headed off to Africa, where they will reside for the next couple of years.
#1A Maui Blog » January 6th, 2009 at 9:43 am:
Everyone who reads the “Van Down By The River” blog would be inspired to live their lives to it’s fullest, enjoying God’s creations and loving relationships with our family and friends. Joe and Rachel’s great writing style and sense of humor makes this blog entertaining as well. The photos in it beautifully captured a lot of the culture and traditions in the places they visited. Don’t miss out on this wonderful blog, I highly recommend you read it.
Although Joe passed away in May 2008, his memory lives on (and one day we will see him again in heaven).
#2Doug Spencer » January 9th, 2009 at 5:04 am:
This is a must read! Give yourself a gift and set aside the time to read the entire “Van Down By the River” blog. It is a treat for the heart. I promise that you won’t be disappointed.
#3Bill Kepler » January 13th, 2009 at 7:34 am:
I LOVE THIS BLOG!! It’s easy to spend a couple of hours there. It helps us remember what an amazing guy Joey was. Thanks, Rachel.
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