History and Facts About Argentina

Sep 16, 2008 by Melanie Van Orden 

The flag of Argentina, blue and white stripes with a yellow sun in the middle.My awesome sister-in-law, Amara, posted a comment on this blog asking for more information about Argentina’s history. I am all to happy to oblige; I love to answer readers’ questions! (Note: You don’t have to be a family member of mine to get a question answered on this blog!)

Jason and I visited Argentina for a few months from February to May of 2008. We loved our time there and want to go back to visit in the future. Some of our favorite parts of our visit were the architecture of Buenos Aires, the fabulous steaks and ice cream, the passionate and sophisticated culture and the low prices! Read more…

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Mel Columbia River Vista, Portland Oregon

As some of you may already know, Jason and I embarked on our latest traveling adventure in Portland, Oregon a little under three weeks ago. We have wanted to live in this place since our garage band days in college.

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What I Will and Will Not Miss About Argentina

Jul 20, 2008 by Melanie Van Orden 

Melanie Eating SteakJason and I have been in NYC for four days, and I’ve been reviewing our stay in Buenos Aires. Pictures and videos of our trip are coming soon! In the meantime, I thought I’d share a little list of my favorite and not so favorite things about Bs.As.

Things I Will Miss About Buenos Aires

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Tango in Buenos AiresI’ve had a number of people express interest as to why we chose to move abroad and specifically to Buenos Aires. So I wanted to post our reasons for moving.

Ever since Melanie and I got married we’ve wanted to live abroad. Other things (such as employment, our previous rock band or school) have determined where we’ve lived until now.

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