Antarctica has been at the top of many travelers’ bucket lists ever since 1820, when a Russian expedition, led by German-born Admiral Fabian Gottlieb von
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To the top of Africa…almost.
Originally published in The Chronotype. The ancient African volcano of Mt. Kilimanjaro has been drawing explorers and climbers since the 19th century. At 19,341 feet,
Playing catch-up ball.
It’s been too long between posts, and as I apparently have nothing else to do–waiting for the water-softener folks, who were supposed to be here
A walk in the park.
Who would think that a “life of leisure” could be so busy? Just over two months ago, a milestone arrived. I retired from my day
Trekking the Andes, part 1.
Two months ago, Sue and I journeyed to Peru for our best adventure yet: a week-long trek through the Andes to Machu Picchu. It was
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