The Truth about Cinco de Mayo

The Truth about Cinco de Mayo

by on May 3, 2010 in Destination, Mexico Travel, Reflection

Viva Mexico!  Happy Independence Day Mexico! Right? Actually no. Independence Day celebrations start in Mexico on the 15th of September with the reenactment of the “El Grito.” The entire country prepares and watches as the cry for independence that began by Catholic priest, Miguel Hidalgo, is staged again at 11pm.   Then the celebration officially […]

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Sunset Sunday – Salkehatchie, South Carolina

Sunset Sunday – Salkehatchie, South Carolina

by on May 2, 2010 in Sunset Sunday

This past April, I visited the lowlands of South Carolina for the first time. There I spent 3 days and 2 nights in the five counties known as the Salkehatchie region. I must admit I did enjoy myself. In a place where mobile phones rarely get reception you can really disconnect from the face paced […]

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My first published poem

My first published poem

by on April 29, 2010 in Poetry

My motto – Stay Adventurous. Well, I must remain true to it. And no, it doesn’t always mean global galavanting. Stay Adventurous means taking a step outside your comfort zone. An adventurous step. So, since April is ‘National Poetry Month,’ I decided to publish a poem. Yes, I do dabble with poetry on occasion. Ok, […]

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A Test with an Apple

A Test with an Apple

by on April 25, 2010 in Reflection

A test. We all receive them. My most recent came this past week. I returned from my travels to the confirmation I feared. My hard drive was corrupt; data unsalvageable. Yes, I back up occasionally, but my most recent drafts, chapters and some photographs would be lost. Not easy to swallow. Then I tried to […]

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Sunset Sunday – Tamarindo, Costa Rica

Sunset Sunday – Tamarindo, Costa Rica

by on April 11, 2010 in Sunset Sunday

I began my RTW (round the world) adventure in Central America. The trip truly transformed me as a person and also as a traveler. I discovered Becoming, ‘Pura Vida’ (pure life) during my days in Costa Rica and continue to hold that with me. As much as my favorite pacific place on the journey was […]

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Sunset Sunday – Amsterdam

Sunset Sunday – Amsterdam

by on April 4, 2010 in Sunset Sunday

On a cold, cloud filled April afternoon in Amsterdam, the rain showers (even hail) soaked the streets and pestered the pedestrians. Although bikes still out numbered the compact cars most tourists and locals hop on foot from cafe to coffee shop in search of warmth, conversation and the favorable local fare. But with the day […]

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Sunset Sunday – Kayak in the Keys

Sunset Sunday – Kayak in the Keys

by on March 28, 2010 in Sunset Sunday

Kayak. If you ever picked up a paddle and stroked the water to propel yourself forward to explore, then you know. You know that some of the best memories of your travels come from the adventures afloat. Whether the stillness of nature, the rapids of a river, or the majesty of nature that surrounds, you […]

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A Charity Casting Contest at Fat Buoyz

A Charity Casting Contest at Fat Buoyz

by on March 23, 2010 in Destination, Travel Contest

At first, when I heard “casting contest,” I wondered if reality TV decided to come to the Florida Keys.  After so much time down here, I truly believe a show about life on the souther tip of Florida can top the nielsen ratings. But just steps away from Islamorada, the “Sports Fishing Capital of the […]

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