My Big Adventures
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Serengeti Safari
I love animals, all kinds, but I am particularly fond of monkeys. I have always wanted one as a pet and still do. When I recently found myself in Tanzania in July (said to be one of the best times for wildlife viewing with the chance of encountering the great wildebeest migration) I knew I […]
The Toilets of Kilimanjaro
The sun setting behind an outhouse on the beautiful mountain of Kilimanjaro may appear to be a rather inviting toilet … but don’t be deceived! What lurks inside is an unspeakable horror! In anticipation for climbing seven days on the mountain, I had brought with me brand new “Shewee,” a portable urine device that allows women […]
Summiting Kilimanjaro … a mental challenge
Many thoughts crossed my mind during the seven grueling hours I climbed toward the summit of Kilimanjaro, but the memory of one person in particular came as a surprise. Coach Thompson, my high school varsity basketball coach. Although I hadn’t seen him since 1996, his image came back with a clear vengeance … fierce blazing […]
Porters on Kilimanjaro
Photo of the week: Porters displaying amazing strength on Mount Kilimanjaro! To see more photos of my climb up Kilimanjaro CLICK HERE! Read about my climb up to the summit!
Glaciers of Kilimanjaro
Photo of the week: Glaciers on top of Mount Kilimanjaro, in Tanzania. The dormant volcano is Africa’s highest mountain reaching 19,341 ft (5895m) and the world’s tallest free standing mountain. The ice and snow that cap Kili are melting at such a rate that scientist predict all ice will be gone completely within by 2060. […]
Athens, Greece in photos
As a history lover, I have long wanted to visit Athens, Greece … one of the world’s oldest cities many claim to be the birthplace of Western civilization and democracy. I found the city completely enchanting, the juxtaposition of a modern Athens busting and built around ancient ruins was super cool and unique. The underground […]
Naxos … I will be back!
“There are doers and there are talkers. You guys are doers. You came, you did, and it was a great time … thanks so much for visiting mates! CHEERS!” said Dave as he raised his glass of Oyzo. With the clink of glass I understood what he meant. Talkers annoy me. Stop talking about it […]
My first impression of Naxos, Greece
Photo of the week: Naxos, Greece as seen upon my arrival via ferry from Athens. Gorgeous island!
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.