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We begin “Spiritual Quests Part 2” with a visit to what many call the “island of the Gods”, magical Bali. Our first visit in 1995 was totally transformative as I have never traveled to a place where spiritual pursuit manifests itself in every aspect of life…
Often I find myself on transformative quests to understand the profound dimensions of the human spirit and revelations of our living planet. These journeys can be far away or close as home. I am fascinated by the complexities of humanity and the colorful mosaic of our world’s cultures…
“Wine brings to light the hidden secrets of the soul, gives being to our hopes, bids the coward flight, drives dull care away, and teaches new means for the accomplishment of our wishes.” — Horace Our daughter and her husband celebrate their love at a beach in Hawaii…
The Big Island of Hawaii is an amazingly beautiful place and holds many fond memories for Marla and I. We loved trips to Hawaii when we could get our whole clan together at the same time. In 2016 we rented a large house and had 17 people over for dinner…
Sunsets are a passion of ours and our trip to Maui last month didn’t disappoint as you can see from this picture. Before we had a chance to kick back with a Mai Tai and enjoy the fabulous colors of the sunset we first had to drive to…
There is a special something about elephants which enthralls and excitse us. Their massive beauty and strength, matriarchal social organization, and intelligence is something to behold. Elephants hold a unique place in art, warfare, and religion. In Hindu tradition, Ganesha is ranked equally with the Supreme Gods of Shiva, Vishnu…
My friend, Philippe, and I climbed one last pitch from Deia to the beautiful village of Valldemossa during last September’s cycling adventure on Mallorca. We didn’t have time to tour the town but promised ourselves we would return later in the week with our wives. Valldemossa…
I’ve experienced a torrent of memories since my Mom’s recent passing. One knows this would happen but we are never really prepared. Images of celebrations, special places, and travels keep flashing before me. “Gigi” as she was affectionately called by her grandchildren and great…