The ceiling at the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas solidified Dale Chilhuly's position as my favorite Glass artist ever. This amazing but breakable tapestry of color nearly gave me a neck cramp from admiring it so long. It is a sight to behold! ... continue reading...
Chilhuly Glass | Travel Photo Thursday
Honolulu | Travel Photo Thursday
Where am I? Well, I was just as surprised as you might be to know that this is what the Honolulu International Airport looks like. It was a veritable oasis and it took us awhile to get to ground transportation after leaving baggage claim to see this. What a beauty! ... continue reading...
In search of the missing parts of me
There's something to be said for knowing who you are and where you come from. Clarity is found when you have evidence, documented or anecdotal, of which ancestor first arrived on these shores. There's closure when you can pinpoint the village that your forebear(s) left in their quest to seek a greater fortune or better life. That is the story of so many who live in this country called "America". Unfortunately, it’s not mine. My ancestors didn’t come here of their own ... continue reading...
Paramount Studios | Travel Photo Thursday
Sunset Boulevard, A Place in the Sun, The Greatest Show on Earth, Rear Window, The Ten Commandments, Breakfast at Tiffany’s…..the list goes on and on. All were filmed at this historic studio that was founded in 1912 by Adolph Zukor. From its humble beginnings before the depression until today, Paramount Pictures has been a force to be reckoned with when it comes to telling magnificently crafted stories. On a personal note, I think their best work was during Hollywood’s Golden age from the 1930s ... continue reading...
A Decade of Desire: My Ultimate Travel Bucket List Part I
I've been traveling internationally for well over a decade, and it's time to challenge myself a bit more. I've accepted that my wanderlust might never be quenched entirely due to work obligations, budget concerns or both. However, I'm a firm believer in declaring what you want as the first step in making it happen. Here I go! thinking outside of the box I was inspired to compile this list by my recent Global Entry application. I'm in it for the long-haul if I'm willing to pay for the privilege ... continue reading...