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Two Crabs
Washington, DC
A wanderlust U.S. Foreign Service couple exploring the world, one country -- and one pub -- at a time!
Interests: Traveling, skiing, hiking, biking, camping, cooking, film, journalism, foreign relations
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VOTE OR DIE
NEWS YOU PROBABLY MISSED ON YOUR TYPICAL U.S. NEWS OUTLET, BECAUSE THEY WERE TOO BUSY COVERING TRUMP'S LATEST OUTBURST OR CELEBRITY GOSSIP: Today, Afghanistan held its first independent elections since the end of Taliban rule in 2001. This week, dozens... Continue reading
Posted Oct 20, 2018 at Two Crabs
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In praise of: Canadian healthcare
Posted Nov 18, 2017 at Two Crabs
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When history repeats itself
Condensed from "A Covert Affair: Julia Child and Paul Child in the OSS" by Jennet Conant: New fears about the nation's security had gripped the public. The tone of political debate in Congress grew sharply partisan and bitter, with the... Continue reading
Posted Sep 24, 2017 at Two Crabs
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Thank you Lisa! I will update.
Commented Jun 7, 2017 on 국녕사: The Golden Buddha of Bukhansan at Two Crabs
국녕사: The Golden Buddha of Bukhansan
Yesterday, the Two Crabs and friends took a hiking trip to experience one of the most amazing sights in Seoul - the Golden Buddha of Bukhansan. Located in Bukhansan National Park just north of downtown Seoul, the Golden Buddha of Bukhansan is the largest sitting Buddha statue in East Asia. We...
Europe Vacation, part 2
Posted Jun 4, 2017 at Two Crabs
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Greetings from Europe, Part 1
Posted May 10, 2017 at Two Crabs
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The post below was written by a Foreign Service...
The post below was written by a Foreign Service professional, in response to proposed huge cuts at the Department of State. This post was making the rounds among FS staff for several days but now it's officially gone viral. I... Continue reading
Posted May 3, 2017 at Two Crabs
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In praise of: Calgary Stampede
Posted Aug 24, 2016 at Two Crabs
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Where Americans die Abroad
One of the most difficult tasks as a Consular Officer is dealing with the inevitable case of a U.S. citizen who has died overseas. I will never forget the first time I had to make 'The Call' to the family... Continue reading
Posted Mar 9, 2016 at Two Crabs
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RIP: Kimberly Kenny - 1968 - 2016
Posted Feb 23, 2016 at Two Crabs
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How we learned to stop worrying and love Canadian winters
Posted Feb 7, 2016 at Two Crabs
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Thanks for reading!
Commented Feb 5, 2016 on Ski High 1! (하이원!) at Two Crabs
Ski High 1! (하이원!)
During the 2013-2014 Ski Season, the Two Crabs had the opportunity to sample four of Korea's major ski resorts: Yongpyong, Phoenix Park, Bears Town and High 1 Resort. Of those, HIGH 1 is by far the tops! The Two Crabs visited High 1 during the American President's Day holiday weekend with do...
http://www.bearstown.com/_lang_eng/. I can't remember what we paid but it was probably about $45 USD. And it's not worth the hassle to bring skis from outside the resort just to save a few bucks. If you were going east to one of the bigger resorts like High 1 or Yongpyong, then it's definitely worth it to rent outside the resort. Bearstown is a VERY small neighborhood ski resort but it's perfect for beginners.
Commented Feb 5, 2016 on Ski Bears Town! (베어스타운) at Two Crabs
Ski Bears Town! (베어스타운)
It's time for another episode of The Two Crabs Guide to Skiing Korea! The final resort we are reviewing this season is Bears Town. This small resort is located less than 45 minutes northeast of downtown Seoul. With just a handful of slopes and creaky slow-ass chair lifts, and mostly man-made s...
Oh, Canada!
Posted Aug 26, 2015 at Two Crabs
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Reverse Culture Shock
Posted Jun 14, 2015 at Two Crabs
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Oh the Places We've Been
Posted May 31, 2015 at Two Crabs
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I just cancelled my United Chase Visa card. I never did get a straight answer about this bullshit from United. I did get a letter from Chase, stating they must abide by United rules and wording and referred me back to United, who never answered me.
Commented May 31, 2015 on United Airlines: Rhapsody in Blues & Commas at Two Crabs
United Airlines: Rhapsody in Blues & Commas
Update: Apparently this post was picked up by Reddit, so my blog views have shot through the roof. However, I've updated the post below to clarify some of the (rude) questions posed on Reddit. An Open Letter to Thomas O'Toole, President, United MileagePlus Marketing & Loyalty; and David Gol...
The Great White North Buffalo
Posted Mar 22, 2015 at Two Crabs
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The Pig in the Python
It's been a while since my last post so I'll give a quick recap: In November we went on R&R to Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand. In January, we went on a one-week trip to Hawaii with family. The... Continue reading
Posted Feb 21, 2015 at Two Crabs
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Dancing the Bidding Dance
Posted Nov 5, 2014 at Two Crabs
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Foreign Service on Screen
Posted Nov 2, 2014 at Two Crabs
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5 days in Beijing
Posted Oct 25, 2014 at Two Crabs
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What does an ACS Consular Officer do? Part 2
I often half-joke that my job in ACS (American Citizen Services) would make an awesome reality TV show. ACS has it all: action, drama, romance, comedy, tragedy...and even the occasional science fiction storyline. Unfortunately, someone already stole my idea. But... Continue reading
Posted Oct 23, 2014 at Two Crabs
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Greetings from Beijing
Posted Oct 12, 2014 at Two Crabs
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A weekend in Jeju (제주도)
Posted Oct 7, 2014 at Two Crabs
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