As much as I have studied the great traditions and their mystical components, being in Peru, the Incas and shamans embrace the dualities in nature, the cosmos and in humanity. Humanity is the creation and product of the universe, so the expression “as above, so below” holds truth here. Except … Read More
It was unfortunate that I felt I had to leave Ecuador last minute. I believe it was a good decision as things have gotten worse. When I travel, I typically give myself a little time to research and investigate the next place I am considering traveling to. In this circumstance, … Read More
This is a tough one for me to write. I’ve been in a bit of a tough spot inside myself and having to contend with my thoughts and feelings. The divide and disdain of the country I am a citizen. The continuing dissolving and tearing apart of my family. The … Read More
Since I was going to be in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru I wanted to make sure I made it to the Galapagos National Park. I’ve heard such wonderful things about the Galapagos. I will admit that I got a little concerned about all the rules and regulations that could “stifle” … Read More
It’s been a great 10 days so far on this South American adventure. Cartagena, Colombia did exactly what I thought it would… wring out the winter from my body by sweating through every article of clothing I brought with me with 90F temperatures and 100% humidity. It was awesome to … Read More
Family Values Traveling reveals many of the similarities and differences in the planets humanity and the way humans choose to live their lives… from religion to economics to academics and family values. I continue to be amazed by how people in emerging countries really look after each other. Whether they … Read More
Something happens to me when I travel great distances. Something in me shifts. It’s easier for me to get into a bit of a routine to write, walk, and be. Life seems to slow down. Which allows the focus to be on the simplicity and joys in life. Rather than … Read More
The foundation of America was built upon capitalism, consumerism and competition. It’s as if the use of the word “capitalism” promotes negative connotations these days. While we need to remember some of the beneficial things that came out of capitalism. “… in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish … Read More
Breathing Life Over the course of my family’s life they have created and collected art. When you live in a large home there is lots of wall space to cover. My mother took the majority of the expensive and large artwork when she divorced him and left my father with … Read More
A question that was posed to me recently and has kept spinning around in my head was “What does it mean to be home”? When my mother said to me as a child “don’t be home to late”, I knew where my head was to lay at night but wasn’t … Read More