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September 01, 2006

Stomach Upsets While Traveling

I can manage to pick up food poisoning or get stomach upsets at home in the United States. Everyone eats something, somewhere, that doesn't want to stay down. But at least I'm usually in my own house with my own "white throne" to be deathly sick in.

It's common knowledge that a smart traveler avoids: fruit that cannot be peeled; raw vegetables; unclean water; and raw fish/meats. Scrupulously clean hands are another important must. We all know these rules and I do my best to follow them.

Stomach upsets when traveling raises this problem to a whole new level. And, if you have the "stomach" (ha-ha) to read the following, I'll share some of my worst (and most memorable) experiences and perhaps you can avoid the same mistakes.

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July 27, 2006

Looking for Beer Cans in Italy

Most people go to Italy to see ancient ruins, eat wonderful food and drink great wine. I thought that was what we were going to do when I foolishly planned a trip with "ex-Marine" (husband, Steve), and our five (two mine, three his) children. (Yes, I do have lots of "screws loose in my head.") And, if you read some of my other articles, you know that I am also incredibly naive!

Early in our marriage, I asked "ex-Marine" if...I scrimped and saved most of my earnings for one year...would he be willing to take the five "darlings" to Europe for one month? Still euphoric over our marriage, he said YES! (Silly him...)

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