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A World Cup memory and a Reminder to Believe

A World Cup memory and a Reminder to Believe

As I watch the CONCACAF Gold Cup, (soccer tournament) I recall the magic of last June. I recall the world coming together to watch soccer, recall witnessing South Africa continue to heal through sports, and I recall believing I’d see USA play a World Cup match. When my tour through Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia and […]

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Sunset Sunday – Miami Baptist Hospital

Sunset Sunday – Miami Baptist Hospital

Last Mother’s Day Sunset Sunday I published prose a daughter wrote for her mother. A tribute. This year, again, I want to share a special moment. This time it’s one of mine. On March 4th I didn’t sleep a wink. Actually, I didn’t sleep again till the afternoon of March 5th – thirty-six hours plus. […]

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A Lesson University Can Teach Us All.

A Lesson University Can Teach Us All.

As the Master’s Golf tournament is set to start, I am reminded of a post I wrote two years ago. A time, when I just returned from Detroit and watched my team play for a national championship in college basketball. My school Villanova lost, but the experience stayed with me.  It was more than just […]

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The 2nd January Anniversary

The 2nd January Anniversary

Today I celebrate two years of freelance, or as I see it, two years of freedom. This January 5th marks two years since my last day employed in the corporate world. When I reflect back on the two years, I smile.  And it’s a big smile. So now looking forward just like last year with […]

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The Czech Republic and the Christmas Stone

The Czech Republic and the Christmas Stone

The sun rose over the horizon as the bus started to navigate the city streets. I entered Prague fatigued by the overnight ride from Brussels but yet full of energy and excited to learn more about my heritage. The splendid city famed for adoring architecture, romantic boulevards, and pilsner beer also contained the roots of the […]

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Guest Post: Stay Adventurous at Heart – Alisha’s 2011 Travel Goals

Guest Post: Stay Adventurous at Heart – Alisha’s 2011 Travel Goals

I met Alisha just over a year ago. Her energy is contagious. She always greets with a smile and seems fearless when sharing opinions through the many forms of social media she has already mastered. And after reading my post about my Annual Goals Check In, she approached me about publishing her goals.  She said […]

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Ever Stay Where the Locals Stay?

Ever Stay Where the Locals Stay?

Many of us always eat with the locals for that authentic experience, but did you ever consider staying where the locals stay?

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Fall Foliage – Lake Wallenpaupack, PA

Fall Foliage – Lake Wallenpaupack, PA

Sometimes you have a moment. A connection not easily described by logic or reason. You really just feel alive, in tune with everything.  One.  Whole. I tend to find these majestic moments while watching the sunset. In those moments, I take the time to appreciate the day, to listen. Such moments occur for each of […]

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