By River in Belize to Lamanai
One of our two adventures in Belize was heading to the Mayan city Lamanai by river. Booked through our hotel, the Black Orchid Resort, the day trip was a great … Read more
Nature and Wildlife
A Cautious Coyote Approaches the Road, Grand Tetons, Wyoming
A coyote approaches the road near Jackson, Wyoming in Grand Tetons National Park. From the size of him, I’d guess he was used to getting some handouts from the tourists.
My Love-Hate Relationship with Australia
First of all, there’s a lot more to love about Australia than to hate. In fact, I really can’t think of anything I truly hate about Australia. Mild disapproval, in the true tradition of Anglo temperament, is about as strong as it gets.
Loves
1) The people. The friendliest people ever encountered in all our travels. And, although they’re as disgusted with American foreign policy as the next guys, they don’t make it the basis for all conversations. They’re usually more interested in where we come from, how we can live in such cold, and why we drink such weak ass beer. Then there’s the ubiquitous, “mate.” Love it.