I’ve been hearing so many negative stories on the news lately that it is beginning to bum me out. From the civil unrest going on in Egypt right now to the recent news stories of the savage slaughter of sled dogs because tourism slowed down in BC after the Olympics, my mind and heart are… Continue reading
I’ve travelled to many countries across 5 continents so far and each place I go to, I am always on the lookout for a great local market. I’m not a big fan of shopping malls, nor am I a fan of crowds; however, I can’t keep from immersing myself in the hustle and bustle of… Continue reading
As the snow falls out my window, covering the landscape in a blanket of white, I feel a wave of peace and serenity wash over me. Sitting here by the window, watching the fluffy flakes drifting gently to the ground, my thoughts begin to drift away as well. I’m snowed in and have nowhere to… Continue reading
Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing. ~ Helen Keller I was listening to Brené Brown’s Ted talk about vulnerability and couldn’t help but see the connection to travel. For when we travel we put ourselves out there and face the unknown. We have no guarantee that all will be well. In fact, we… Continue reading
Yesterday’s topic, about scientists recently conducting tests to prove that nature is good for children, is a wake-up call that something is not right in the world. What’s most disturbing is the fact that these studies are simply being done to see if students get better grades if exposed to nature. Nothing was mentioned about… Continue reading