Firefighters and others who protect us, rescue us, and offer aid in times of crisis are heroes to me. While walking in Toronto a few years ago, I came across the Ontario Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Queen’s Park. It depicts a firefighter bringing a child to safety. I really liked…
How to Help Japan’s Earthquake and Tsunami Survivors
In support of Blog4Japan’s efforts to help the survivors of Japan’s earthquake and tsunami, I’m reposting this article by Todd of Todd’s Wanderings. How to Help Japan’s Earthquake and Tsunami Survivors by Giving to Japanese Organizations By Todd Wassel This page is dedicated to helping the survivors of the Friday…
Symphony in Samar
I was touched by this story about a special trip to Samar, a province in the Philippines, by Junfil Olarte. A former Aeronautical Engineering Technician in Singapore, Junfil’s passion for writing as an international travel writer began in early 2003. His interests are travel, culture, history, lifestyle, languages, food and…
Walking the Walk in New York City
There’s always something to capture your attention on a walk in New York! On a recent walk in New York City, I followed in the footsteps of immigrants, celebrities, and George Washington by taking a fun, educational and free walking tour provided by NYC by Foot. Their “Historic District” tour…
At the Rock
One of my favorite places in New York City is Rockefeller Center.
Raglan Eco Escape at Solscape Eco-Resort
Surrounded by the rich aroma of lavender liquid soap, fresh mountain stream spray and a native bush canopy, I could feel my city stresses steadily melting away.
Blarney Lips on the Blarney Stone
Kissing the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle
Traveling for a Cause: Multiple Sclerosis
I met professional photographer Maria Pulice on Twitter in August 2010. It was fortuitous as she was involved with a very bold and creative project, Fly for MS, about bringing global awareness to a disease that has touched my family, Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Some of you already know about my…