One Pint At A Time: Confessions of a Serial Blood Donor
I remember the first time I donated blood. I was taking pictures for the yearbook at my high...
A Long Walk on the Most Beautiful Coast in the World
Having now done this, I can affirm that walking 26 miles along the Costa Brava with thousands of feet of accumulated elevation is a no-joke, you-better-be-in-shape sort of hike. It is not just a sunny stroll.
Searching for Conflict Deep in the Grand Canyon
Alas, I’m sorry to say that a Colorado River trip through the Grand Canyon is probably going to give you an amazing, memorable, and wonderful experience whether you like it or not.
On our trip, everybody got along sickeningly well. Meaningful conversations took place. Children frolicked on t…
Are the Balkans The Best Travel Destination Ever?
Obviously there can’t be just one destination for everybody — 100 different travelers could be looking for 100 different things. But the Balkans have a lot of the “things” that travelers like.
Can I Learn to Surf in An Hour?
Can someone surf after just a one hour lesson? “Well,” says the Internet, “it’s hard to say.” The Internet is correct....
Change The World By Teaching ESL
I started teaching English because it was the only useful skill I had. At least the only one I could think of. I was a college student looking for service opportunities. I didn’t have any medical, legal, construction, or musical skills. “But, I know English,” I thought to myself. “Maybe I coul…
Never Miss A Chance to Visit a State Capitol
My advice is that If a state capital is your destination or reasonably on the way to your destination, you should definitely take the time to visit the capitol.
Why? Because, while most people are proud to be from a particular state2, state legislators and governors are especially enthusiastic bo…
I Went to a Protest
I’m not a sign-waving, chanting in the streets kind of guy. And probably never will be. But I do find value in being involved in the...
This Is Why I Like Living Next to a Big City
I’ve lived most of my life in Virginia, born and raised here. Across the Potomac River from Virginia is Washington, DC. I’m happy...
Why Is Bicycling the Best?
First I was a runner. I was decent enough but not particularly talented at most sports –...
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