Jasmen and Brian English (JasmenVilando)

I am a 21st-century woman, interested in traveling, cooking and healthy living.

In the Spotlight

Living Abroad and Cultural Adjustment

Living in a foreign land is a roller-coaster journey of emotions. Understanding cultural adjustment helps make life in a foreign cultural easier. Here are some tips for coping while living abroad.

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  Emotions

  Living Abroad and Cultural Adjustment

  9 years ago

  Living in a foreign land is a roller-coaster journey of emotions. Understanding cultural adjustment helps make life in a foreign cultural easier. Here are some tips for coping while living abroad.

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  Quick & Easy Recipes

  9 Great Kimchi Combos

  9 years ago

  Rich in vitamins A and C, Korean kimchi is not just a side dish. Kimchi goes great in, on and under many other dishes. Here are some ideas for cooking with kimchi. Bon Appétit!

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  Specialty Travel & Tours

  Ecotourism and Community Development

  9 years ago

  Environmental education through eco-tourism is a tool to encourage thoughtfully planned community development based on a shared attitude toward stewardship of valuable natural resources.

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  Japan

  Tokyo Day Trips - Hakone

  9 years ago

  Hakone has been an alluring travel destination for centuries. Its Samurai Era history adds enchantment to the famous hot springs, mountainous terrain and views of Fuji. A definite Must-See Day Trip!

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  Japan

  Tokyo Day Trips - Enoshima

  9 years ago

  Enoshima is about an hour outside of Tokyo making it a must-see destination for those living in the big city or visiting Japan on holiday. The magical island is rich in history, culture and scenery.

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  Children's Reading & Writing

  Searching for Faith Hope and Charity

  9 years ago

  This is a story about Faith, Hope and Charity. It is a story that my father would often tell me before I fell asleep when I was a young child.

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  Sports and Recreation

  Cycling in Korea

  9 years ago

  Korea is an amazing country for riding a bicycle whether you are an avid cyclist or an average cyclist. Mountains, coastlines and rivers offer riders a variety of natural beauty to enjoy.

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  Japanese

  Great Resources for Learning Japanese

  9 years ago

  Learning Japanese may not be as difficult as you think. Here is a list of resources to get you started having fun practicing Japanese.

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  History & Archaeology

  Yamashita’s Gold—Is Fiction More Fun than Fact?

  9 years ago

  Legends of Yamashita’s gold have kept treasure hunters busy for many years. With every claim of truth comes skepticism. It is fun to believe the stories but fiction and fact weave a strange tapestry.

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  Specialty Travel & Tours

  Bohol DIY Tour in 3 Days

  9 years ago

  Here is a flexible itinerary for enjoying as much of Bohol Island as possible in 3 days. Enjoy paradise both above and below the sea.

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  Philippines

  Cebu City Must See

  8 years ago

  For the traveler to the Philippines, Cebu City is rich in culture and history. Here are some ideas for places to visit while in Cebu.