The United States has one of the culturally diverse population in the world and there are several regional festivals, food festivals, commerce festivals, fairs, religious…
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In early May 2022 I joined Eric, Jodi and Michael on a one-week trip to Hawaii, ostensibly to celebrate Michael’s 10th birthday. We flew to…
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While white Christmas has its own charm and we all look forward to it, the mention of a warm, sun-draped Christmas is tempting for many.…
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Want to become a home barista? These are the tools, tips, and the espresso bar setup to get you started. I was always a tea-over-coffee…
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In November, 2023 I went to Borneo for a short but spirited trip to see orangutans in the wild. The trip was the first part…
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It is not akin to driving on just any other route in driving on Route 66. You will be let down if you believe that…