Coast-to-coast: San Francisco to Savannah (Part 1)
This morning, we set off on our coast-to-coast journey! Although this family photo would suggest that we’re all going, it’s just Bruno (the dog...
March 20, 2024
Last weekend, I made my way to the California Delta. The rivers and streams were vibrant and the land looked so lush. It also...
Stories from China (Part 39)
For my final post, I had hoped to share an amazing story about my last meal. Unfortunately, in my haste to make it to...
Stories from China (Part 38)
I arrived in Beijing in the evening, and it was blistering hot, nearly 100°F (36°C). When I left the metro, I worried that I’d...
Stories from China (Part 37)
For my last night in Suzhou, I decided to take in a live pingtan performance. Pingtan is a traditional form of musical storytelling that...
Stories from China (Part 36)
In the morning, I visited Shantang Street, sometimes referred to as the "First Street in Suzhou." It was constructed in the 9th century during...
Stories from China (Part 35)
The weather in Suzhou has been so lovely lately. I kid. Although, I can’t really complain. I haven’t experienced any intense rainfall since arriving...
Stories from China (Part 34)
For my last major stop in China, I’ll be spending time in Suzhou. Founded in the 6th century BC, Suzhou is one of China’s...
Stories from China (Part 33)
I visited Leifeng Pagoda, constructed in the 10th century during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. This was a notable period of political...
Stories from China (Part 32)
I spent the day at Solitary Hill, on the northwest corner of West Lake. It’s the lake’s only natural island, while the others are...











