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Monthly Archives: March 2018

ELEPHANT FASCINATION

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…

A VISIT TO BEAUTIFUL VALLDEMOSSA

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…

“MEMORIES OF MOM”

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…