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Category Archives: Travel
Monteverde Quest: Resplendent Quetzal
Just returned from my 2nd trip to Monteverde, Costa Rica. The mission? Photograph the Resplendent Quetzal. Is there really a bird worth traveling nearly 2000 miles for?
Birding BWIAB
This post is my how-to guide for birding BWIAB, the Biggest Week in American Birding. BWIAB is a great bird festival to attend whether you are a novice or an experienced birder. I’ve been to BWIAB 5 years in a row so I’m sharing my tips on how to maximize your birding experience plus myContinueContinue reading “Birding BWIAB”
A Good Book
There’s nothing like a good book. Some books forever change you. Some stories draw you in from the first page. Some characters become more than just the people in the plot – they become friends you are invested in. A good book shares histories that needed to be told. Love stories that inspire hope. AtrocitiesContinueContinue reading “A Good Book”
Birding High Island – Spring Migration
Just returned from my first time birding High Island, Texas, during spring migration. Sharing my tips for birding the refuges in the High Island/Sabine Pass area plus info on where to stay and food.
Vieques Island & Finca Victoria
Just returned from my second trip to Vieques Island where I finally got to stay at Finca Victoria, a property that has been on my list for years. If you’ve never heard of Vieques, don’t be surprised. It’s still one of the best kept secrets for hidden-gem off-the-beaten path beach vacations. Finca Victoria is theContinueContinue reading “Vieques Island & Finca Victoria”
Eat Healthier in 2026
Did you make a resolution to eat healthier this year? Of course you did. Here’s a list of some healthy recipes that don’t sacrifice on flavor to inspire you.
Cilantro Chickpea Tabbouleh with Labneh
Cilantro Chickpea Tabbouleh with Labneh is a twist on the traditional side salad made with cilantro instead of parsley. It’s super quick to make and holds up great for the weekday lunchbox.
Colombia, Me Robaste el Corazon
If you do not have Colombia on your list of places to travel, I’m about to change that for you. This country stole my heart.
Peach, Tomato and Burrata Crostini
Take a big, crunchy bite into summer with peach, tomato and burrata crostini. Toasted sourdough bread gets topped with prosciutto, fresh summer tomatoes, sliced peaches and fresh torn burrata. Finish with a drizzle of local honey and baby basil leaves. You can serve this as an appetizer, but it works just as well as aContinueContinue reading “Peach, Tomato and Burrata Crostini”


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