I recall looking out the window and seeing nothing but urban sprawl as far as the eye could see; it was Mexico City. When I first set off on assignment to the city of over twenty million, I wondered why I agreed. Everyone I knew warned me about the dangers lurking in the capital city. […]
Writing About the True Danger of ‘Mexico Today’
by Craig Zabransky on June 30, 2011 in Events, Mexico Travel, Reflection
Sunset Sunday – 4th of July on the Hudson River, New York
by Craig Zabransky on June 26, 2011 in Sunset Sunday
Last year, with the 4th of July fireworks on the Hudson River (and not the East River), spectators watched two shows. Not only did they get a chance to see one of the largest firework displays in the country, but they also had a chance to see a sunset. For the prized view, you needed […]
The USA vs. England World Cup Tailgate at Rustenburg, South Africa
by Craig Zabransky on June 24, 2011 in Photo, Reflection
Obtaining a ticket for World Cup match of USA vs. England, was not just about patriotism or believing in the outcome, it was also about having something else I highly value – having fun. And what a great time it was, especially the tailgate. We arrived five hours early; when Americans head to a stadium […]
Bungee Jump – Acapulco’s different dive
by Craig Zabransky on June 20, 2011 in Destination
Famous for its cliff diving, Acapulco also provides visitors the chance for a different type of dive. A chance not just to be spectator but actually soar from similar heights. The dive is not off cliffs, but rather located in the heart of the downtown beach. The dive is a bungee jump. After a cerveza […]
Sunset Sunday – Islamorada, Florida Keys
by Craig Zabransky on June 19, 2011 in Sunset Sunday
A slight breeze kept the mosquitoes away while the temperature dropped just a few degrees from its midday high. The idyllic climate matched the setting as I settled in for the sunset at Pierre’s in Islamorada. The bartender arrived with our cocktails and placed my manhattan on the table. As I reached for my first […]
A World Cup Memory and a Reminder to Believe
by Craig Zabransky on June 16, 2011 in Adventure Mindset, Destination, Reflection
The World Cup 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 […]
Sunset Sunday – Lake Michigan, Chicago
by Craig Zabransky on June 12, 2011 in Sunset Sunday
I just received a letter for my high school reunion. Any such letter makes you think of high school and its memories. Ah, all the good, the bad, and the ugly. And it also sent me looking through photos. During my high school days the digital camera was no where to be found; it wasn’t invented […]
Sunset Sunday – Southern California Marina
by Craig Zabransky on June 5, 2011 in Sunset Sunday
When I dream of the southern California, I often find myself dreaming of the pacific ocean and its beaches. And those dreams include the sunset. The Laguna Beach sunset or the Carlsbad Sunset come to mind. But, on my exploration of the southern California coast, I discovered other beauty. I found beauty in the sunsets […]
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