by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Sep 11, 2025 | Life in Belize, My Blog
A few days ago, even though I’m way too busy, I decided to write a memoir about the last 12 years of my life and what it took to get to this point. July 27 Life in the jungle: There was no rain today. I worked on my book all day. I got about 11,500 words of chapter...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Sep 11, 2025 | Life in Belize, My Blog
Cover photo of the Frogman Resale thrift shop in Roaring Creek July 22 Life in the jungle: Two days ago, I had a piece of wire under tension pierce my bicep; my arm is still a little sore from this. [My arm would eventually heal completely.] Also, yesterday, my web...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Aug 30, 2025 | My Blog, Personal Reflection
I usually write about life in the Belize jungle or the roads I’ve cycled across North America and Mexico. But today, I want to take a detour. This post isn’t about a place or a ride—it’s about a journey we all go through, even if it looks different for each of us. I’m...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Aug 25, 2025 | Belize Keynote & Destination Content, Jungle Lifestyle, My Blog
When most people imagine life in the jungles of Belize, I’m not exactly sure what they picture: perhaps toucans flying overhead, lush greenery, and a peaceful escape from modern stress. That part is only partially true. But the reality of living in the Belizean jungle...
by Arie Hoogerbrugge | Aug 24, 2025 | Life in Belize, My Blog
July 15 Life in the jungle: I started my day by continuing to work on my passion fruit trellis. I also went with Andy to the village for groceries. Even though Andy drives, I rarely take advantage of a ride and go on my bike. But I am busy. After lunch, I put a...
