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Living in Stäfa, Switzerland
When Tom decided to move to Stäfa, I wasn’t sure how I felt about it. I had absolutely loved living with him in Rapperswil the year prior, which had felt like my home away from home. I had looked forward to returning and once again wandering through the cobblestone streets of old town and watching the sunset […]
Kitespot Review: La Palme Pond – Leucate, France
In 2011 Honey Badger passed quickly through Leucate, France, during the great escape from Dakhla. We were happy to find a large flat water spot, a salt water lake, but sadly there was no wind on the day we were there. Two weeks again, I had the opportunity to return to the same spot and this […]
Lights on the lake
Photo of the week: Lights on the lake of Zurich as seen from Stäfa, Switzerland. To see more photos of Stäfa CLICK HERE.
The Doors of Geneva
I am not a connoisseur of doors; however, it seemed to me that the doors of Geneva are quite special. Old and grandiose they beckoned me to enter. They just don’t make doors like these anymore! To see more pictures of Geneva CLICK HERE.
Swiss Culture. So sweet it is.
During an evening bike ride along a gravel path surrounded by nothing but the natural beauty of the Swiss countryside, I stumbled upon a sort of makeshift shop. My curiosity made me stop for a closer look. For sale was a random and eclectic assortment of goods including costume jewelry, neon colored hair scrunchies, clothing, […]
Be Still and Know
My new mantra after attending a meditation retreat with Thich Nhat Hanh is … BE STILL AND KNOW This mantra is a reminder to me to slow down, be still, be quiet, be present, be mindful, breath … and I will gain a deeper understanding of myself and others, cultivating compassion and happiness. In times when I fell […]
The Duomo and the Moon
Photo of the week: The Duomo and the moon – Milan, Italy To see more photos of Milan CLICK HERE.
Hiking in the Alps – Klöntalersee
Photo of the week: Klöntalersee is a natural lake found in Glarus, Switzerland in the Alps. The beautiful lake also serves as a reservoir for electricity production. There is a great hiking trail that takes you up 1800 meters (5500 feet) to a mountain pass and loops around for stunning views. CLICK HERE to see more photos from […]
Different Countries, Different Customs. Learning what NOT to do
I strategically positioned myself on the outer left perimeter of the women, ready to box out anyone who got in my way. Knees slightly bent standing on the balls of my feet, I anticipated the throw. My adrenaline was pumping, I took a deep breath. She heaved it over her head and it sailed high […]
The Aesthetic of Lostness
“Half the fun of travel is the aesthetic of lostness” – Ray Bradbury I recently took a transcontinental flight with a 10-hour layover. My total travel time from San Francisco to Zurich would end up being 27 hours. Yes, there were other flight options, perhaps even “better” ones depending on your perspective, but I chose […]
Kölner Dom
PHOTO OF THE WEEK: Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), the largest church in Germany. Construction of the cathedral started in 1248 and was not completed until 1880. CLICK HERE to see more photos of Köln, Germany.
Best of 2012 – By the seat of my skirt
Some of the best memories of my life were made in 2011 … but 2012 turned out to be an incredible year as well! When I departed for my next big adventure, “Golden sands & European Trysts”, I had no idea the many great experiences that awaited me or where in the world I would I […]