Message from The Mountain…
The boys and I have been working at The Elephant Nature Park, an hour and a half outside of Chiang Mai, Thailand. And let me tell you.... elephant work is hard work! We have learned so much about the struggles of the Asian Elephant and their fight against...
Some Cool Photos of Thailand! (Click on Photo to Enlarge)
One Night In Bangkok And The World’s Your Oyster…
Is it possible we are in Thailand? Yes, I suppose it is! Our trip is going so fast. The boys and I keep looking at each other and saying things like, “Wow! We’re in Moscow!”, “Can you believe we are in Beijing?”, “Dad, we’re actually in Hong Kong”, and now, “Holy cow,...
So Long To Hong Kong…
Tomorrow morning we will fly to Bangkok on the next leg of our year-long tour. It's an emotional farewell. We have had such an amazing experience both in China and here in Hong Kong. It's been a life-transforming time. So many lessons learned. So many moments...
As We Leave The People’s Republic of China…
We are heading out of Hong Kong shortly, preparing to work with the elephants in Chiang Mai, Thailand. But before we leave, I feel compelled to reflect on this incredible month in China. I am so grateful for the experience of a lifetime. China - the people, the...
12 Things I’ve Learned In Shanghai!!!
12 Things I’ve Learned About Shanghai!!! 1. “Lil” is nowhere to be found. 2. Rickshaws are now motorized and a total blast to ride in… probably bad parenting but super fun. 3. Another proud city sponsor of Mystery Meat. 4. The Bund is incredible … cross...
The Toughest Part is Good-Bye…
As we board the plane headed for Shanghai, I reflect on the last few weeks with a sense of wonder. What a truly profound experience. The Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, The Forbidden City... all seem to pale in comparison to meeting our new family and friends at The...
Walking The Talk at The New Hope Foundation
We are so honored to being working here at The New Hope Foundation in Beijing. The purpose of this particular facility is to prepare abandoned babies, and kids from orphanages, for surgery, to help arrange their medical procedures and for their post-op observation...
Twelve Things I’ve Learned While In Beijing.
1. I haven't a clue what anyone is saying when they speak Chinese. I mean not a clue.... 2. Real Chinese food is awesome.... but Mystery Meat is not exclusive to Moscow, Russia. It's available here too!!! I'm starting to feel like it might be available globally......
Here at The New Hope Foundation in China!
Hey folks. Here at Hope Healing Home just outside of Beijing. Dr. Joyce and her husband, Robin, are our gracious hosts. Talk about an inspiring couple. These are two people who are truly "walking the talk". This orphanage is amazing! So beautifully run. The kids...
Chronology of the 2011 Lewis Expedition
This page is a continuous, chronological journal kept by J.D. Lewis in his year-long travels with sons, Jackson and Buck.
Scroll along and read through, or use the links below to jump to specific entries.