It's safe to say that I did not complete my goal of reading 35 books this year. I clocked in at about 15. The only time I really devoted to reading was while traveling through South Africa on those long bus rides. But upon returning home, I got back into the habit of working late into the night. I … [Read more...] about What I Read in 2019
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Columbus, Ohio: Best of the Midwest
Columbus is more than just the home of THE Ohio State University (emphasis necessary). It's more than the capital of the state and the largest city in the state. The city is also home to an art school and colorful murals. To a performing arts scene and to locally-owned shops and makers. To … [Read more...] about Columbus, Ohio: Best of the Midwest
The Last-Minute Shopper’s Gift Guide for Travelers
Believe it or not, I've actually done all of my shopping for the holidays. But in years past, it's been a very last-minute affair. If you, like me, are looking for gifts for the traveler in your life, I have some suggestions. Books Travel books are a great gift for this time of year so … [Read more...] about The Last-Minute Shopper’s Gift Guide for Travelers
Behind the Curtain: December 2019
I’ve come to look forward to these monthly posts about what I’m into beyond travel because there’s so much more to my life than where I go, despite the fact that it’s something I love. It’s funny how many people respond with their obsessions or agree with mine! As with last month, I’m sharing the … [Read more...] about Behind the Curtain: December 2019
A First Timer’s Guide to the Mississippi Delta
Music lovers know about Nashville, considered to be the home of country music, and Memphis, launching the careers of artists like Elvis Presley and countless others thanks to Sun Studio and Stax Records. But if you really want to get down to it, to trace these musical origins even further back, you … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to the Mississippi Delta