The Beginning

Finally!! My blog is up and running in preparation for the 3 week trip through Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, children in tow, leaving on the 5th of January
I've been told I'm either very brave and optimistic or just plain crazy, taking a 4 and 9 year old backpacking on my own, but isn't life an adventure anyway?
I want my children to understand there is a wonderful big wide world out there and to expand their understanding of what is really important in life and develop more empathy for their fellow human beings, but of course also enjoying the wonderful tastes and aromas of the unique regional cuisines as we explore markets and attend cooking schools along the way.
I hope I can share with you delicious, authentic recipes and maybe some ideas on travelling with children as I work it out on the fly. Could provide some rather entertaining moments I'm thinking, probably for you more so than me. I'll be posting photos and regular updates as we traverse these fascinating countries, so keep checking in and sign up for updates.
Hmmm.... first task before we leave is to pack everything for 3 people into one 65litre backpack. Could provide a post all on it's own I think.
If you have any ideas on what you'd like to see me include in my posts, please let me know, I'd love the feedback.
Till next time, enjoy!!
Lisa