Not all treasure is silver and gold, mate. Captain Jack Sparrow Since 1963, fall 2022 is Semester at Sea’s 130th voyage around the world. The MV World Odyssey is a fairly small vessel with seven passenger-accessible decks and carries around 650 passengers and 200 crew members. Built in 1998, the ship is decorated in a … Continue reading Pirates and Pollywogs
Tag: Covid-19
COVID Revenge World Tour
If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion, and avoid the people, you might better stay at home.” James Michener When traveling abroad, especially to Europe, I usually open up Google Flight Map and look at the least expensive one-way ticket anywhere on the continent. The cheapest destination is where I start … Continue reading COVID Revenge World Tour
Invincible Summer
In the midst of hate, I found there was, within me, an invincible love. In the midst of tears, I found there was, within me, an invincible smile. In the midst of chaos, I found there was, within me, an invincible calm. I realized, through it all, that… In the midst of winter, I found … Continue reading Invincible Summer
Comfort in Small Spaces
The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less. Socrates After struggling with Covid-19 for a couple of weeks, my son is thankfully back on his feet and feeling well; however, as a result, our family reunion in July was postponed, so my daughter … Continue reading Comfort in Small Spaces
American Noise
Let love cut through the American noise.
Chasing Verbs 