I am in Bali. If I weren’t so out of body, I might not believe it. Certainly the jet lag is not adding to any recognizable dimension of reality. After having checked into an utterly charming hotel on the recommendation of my friends at i-escape.com, I am finally ready for the moment when I...
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According to Confucius, “If you are in a book store and cannot find the book for which you seek, you are obviously in the…”
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“The trouble with jogging is that the ice falls out of your glass.” ~Martin Mull The moment I pack my suitcase for a journey, I am perfectly resigned about two things. One – that I will not deprive myself of any gastronomic delight or opportunity to drink champagne while watching a sunset (or sunrise). ...
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Moment – definition – Merriam-Webster Dictionary 1. a minute portion or point of time : instant; 2. a comparatively brief period of time; 3. a time of excellence or conspicuousness. Moment – definition – mine 1. a blessing; a slice of time that is transformative in which everything is aligned to achieve a temporary...
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Don’t Do What I Did! Another Oops! Travel Moment. I am thrilled, though appropriately embarrassed, to introduce my first “Don’t Do What I Did” (DDWID) oops! travel moment. While this little gem is a new addition to my fairly extensive body of work, I confess it’s grown on me. One recent afternoon in Phnom...
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When it comes to traveling, I like to think I become a senses-heightened, fully-engaged version of my normal self. That is: high-functioning, buttoned-up, sharp as a tack, in control without being controlling, street smart, friendly yet cautious, culturally sensitive, forward-thinking, spontaneous and always – always – prepared. Did I mention verbose? Given my completely delusional...
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