Author Archives: Barbara

Bird Rescue, Breeding & Release in Copan Ruinas, Honduras

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Barbara

ShareToday I visited Macaw Mountain Bird Park and Nature Reserve, a bird ‘sanctuary’ for abused,  neglected, unwanted, bird-napped exotics in Copan Ruinas, Honduras.  Not one for enjoying seeing animals in cages, I usually make an exception when the purpose is … Continue reading →

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Yellow Garden Spider & Wooly Bears

Posted on March 25, 2011 by Barbara

ShareBears in Austin? The tiger moth caterpillar, or Wooly Bear, is a common sight here. I generally call the ones in my yard wolly bullies, you know – as in Sam the Sham and the Pharaos  Wooly Bully…..? but I digress…. … Continue reading →

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Panama Photos by Will Rice

Posted on March 9, 2011 by Barbara

ShareA recent traveler with Panama Boutique, shared some photos with us that I think all will enjoy. See more of Will’s photos

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Best Molten Spiced Chocolate Cake

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Barbara

ShareHow could I have posted about Belize chocolate without giving you a recipe? Shame on me. Here goes, we had this on Valentines Day….easy and super yummy! Ingredients: 4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate 1/2 C unsalted butter 1 T cabernet sauvignon … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Tour & Belize Chocolate Festival: Part 2 of Chocolate Series

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Barbara

ShareUpdate: The Toledo Cacao Festival has been canceled for 2011. Chocolate Week May 15 – 22, 2011: The Cotton Tree Lodge-hosted classic, including visits to the Toledo Cacao Festival! Spend a week with Cotton Tree Lodge and Cotton Tree Chocolate … Continue reading →

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Creepy and kooky Halloween treats

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Barbara

ShareLast night I attended a great Halloween party in my ‘hood. Danette’s house was decorated like one spooky place. There were bones all over, spooks that flew from trees, monsters behind bars. Honestly the children were frightened! So then you … Continue reading →

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Philanthrophy, Water Wells & Safari Kenya 2011

Posted on February 6, 2011 by Barbara

ShareI’ve become involved with non-profit organization that is drilling water wells in rural Kenya. Normally I’m a bit skeptical of aid organizations. I’ve heard too many stories about money and aid never getting to the appropriate recipients.  Corruption, greed, poor … Continue reading →

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Chocolate Festival in Belize, part 1 of chocolate series

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Barbara

ShareToledo Cacao Fest: It’s back for the fifth year – bigger and better than ever, and you don’t want to miss it! Join us over the Commonwealth Day Holiday Weekend for the Toledo District’s celebration of cacao,   20th to 22nd … Continue reading →

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Rick Bayless at Ixtapa Food Festival

Posted on December 29, 2010 by Barbara

ShareRead all about it!  Rick Bayless, Mr. Mexico Food, will be featured at the Ixtapa Food Festival in March!  Contact JB Journeys for help in getting you there! http://www.foodandwine.com/promo/iz/index.cfm

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Yellow Garden Spider – Front Porch Friend

Posted on November 6, 2010 by Barbara

ShareI want to start a new conversation about wildlife we see in our yards. Today I want to post about our front – porch Yellow Garden Spider. I just posted on Facebook a picture of our backyard Screech Owl.  I’ll … Continue reading →

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