I like sharing my thoughts, opinions, and experiences about the world around me—without turning the focus inward or making things overly personal. I’ve always been curious about how people live, think, and interact beyond their familiar surroundings, especially knowing that many never get the chance to venture far from where they were born. I’ve been fortunate to travel around the world, and those experiences have shaped how I see things. Travel has a way of challenging assumptions, broadening perspective, and revealing how much we have in common despite cultural differences. When I write, I enjoy reflecting on what I’ve seen and learned, and sharing those observations in a way that others can relate to, whether they’ve traveled extensively or not. My goal isn’t to tell a personal story for its own sake, but to offer insight, perspective, and thoughtful commentary drawn from real experiences. I write to explore ideas, compare viewpoints, and share what the wider world has taught me along the way.
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Bally’s Casino Las Vegas
The last time I was in Las Vegas I went by Ballys Casino to see if I could see the Incredible Burt Wonderstone, but unfortunately he wasn’t there. Related Posts Sights Around the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas Bellagio Hotel and Casino Las Vegas Las Vegas Mural
California Countryside
Some people say that California is a beautiful state. Apparently they haven’t been anywhere else. Southern California is dry desert that has been sun baked. If you think desert is beautiful, then this is the right place for you. Things don’t really start getting green until you are near San Francisco heading north. If you …
Headstand on the Beach
California is full of interesting people. Here is one instance of a person who was walking down the beach and then for no apparent reason stopped and started doing a headstand. He stayed in that position for at least 15 minutes. Then he took a paddle board out into the ocean and started doing a …
Southern California Style
When it comes to Southern California there is a certain style about the cars most likely due to a large hispanic population. You can find anything from Chevy Imapala’s that are tricked out to cars like this Monte Carlo that has hydraulics and a pretty smooth paint job. Related Posts First Impressions of San Diego, …
Women’s Empowerment
I went hiking in Los Angeles and Adidas was sponsoring a women’s empowerment event. I don’t know much about women’s empowerment, but from what I could see the majority of women were wearing yoga pants and they kept getting in lines after they made their Adidas purchase at these different stations. The different stations would …
Las Vegas Mural
While in Las Vegas, Nevada I went to check out the Pawn Stars shop and right across the street were some pretty nice murals. The paintings showed Las Vegas Route 66, The Beatles, the Sands, The Dunes and the Flamingo. I thought it looked pretty cool and since someone went through all the trouble to …
A Date Which Will Live in Infamy…
The last time I was in Washington D.C. I snapped this photo at the World War II Monument looking towards the Washington Monument to recognize the date of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Related Posts Independence Day 2021 USS Bowfin USS Missouri
No Ducking Around
While eating this duck came up and looked like he was hoping I would feed it, but instead I just snapped a photo. Related Posts New Fishing Friend Cautionary Tale Tried Peking Duck for the First Time
La Jolla Children’s Pool and Harbor Seals
Not far from downtown La Jolla is a children’s pool that has been permanently taken over by harbor seals. If you are ever in the area it is nice to go watch the seals and take in the coastal area. You will be able to find lots of things to see around there. Anything from …
Ocean Beach Mural
When hanging out in Ocean Beach you’ll notice different murals and graphic artists paintings. Here is one nice one that you can find painted on a wall when heading into town. Related Posts Ocean Beach, California Las Vegas Mural Through the Lens of the Tide: Mastering the Best Times to Shoot at the Beach
Surfing at La Jolla
While in La Jolla in San Diego, California I watched as surfers were catching some waves just south of the the children’s pool. Related Posts Photos at La Jolla in San Diego, California La Jolla Children’s Pool and Harbor Seals Torrey Pines Beach Surf
Cool Blue Las Vegas
Pabst Blue Ribbon Sign near east Freemont Street in Las Vegas, Nevada. Related Posts Planet Hollywood Sign in Las Vegas Hollywood Sign Nellis Air Force Base
Vegas Ink
Have you ever seen the t.v. show Vegas Ink? Here is a photo of one of the famous tattoo parlors. Related Posts Las Vegas Mural Planet Hollywood Sign in Las Vegas Flowers in Las Vegas
Planet Hollywood Sign in Las Vegas
Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino has quite a way of advertising on the Las Vegas strip as you can tell by the sign. Related Posts Sights Around the Venetian Hotel in Las Vegas Bellagio Hotel and Casino Las Vegas The Fremont Street Experience at Night
Top of the Market
In the heart of San Diego near the Embarcadero is the Top of the Market fish market restaurant where you can overlook the San Diego bay and enjoy a nice meal. Related Posts Imperial Beach, California Sanyuanli Wet Market San Diego Fishing Pots
Flowers in Las Vegas
While in Las Vegas I happened to spot some interesting flowers, here are the photos. Related Posts Interesting Flowers in San Diego Interesting Flowers in Arlington Desert Flowers
Walt Disney Animation Studios
On the back side of Mount Lee behind the Hollywood sign facing north is Burbank, California. This is where Walt Disney used the money from one of his movies to build the Walt Disney Animation Studios. Related Posts California Disneyland Toon Town Castle at Disneyland of California Differences Based Upon the View
Awesome Paint Job on a Garage Door
While in Los Angeles I passed by a house that had their garage door painted to look like several book cases. Although I wasn’t sure if they are trying to identify as being nerdy, maybe they are professors, perhaps a bookworm, or just to be different. No matter what their reasoning, I thought it looked …
The Legacy of USS Midway: A Floating Museum and Symbol of American Naval Power
The USS Midway holds a significant place in American naval history as one of the most iconic aircraft carriers ever built. Named after the decisive Battle of Midway in World War II, the USS Midway served in the United States Navy for an impressive 47 years. Commissioned in 1945, she was the lead ship of …
Border X Brewery Event
Went to an event at the Border X Brewery in San Diego where there were cool cars, bikes, street artwork, and beauties. This event took place in a very predominant hispanic part of town in Barrio Logan. At this event I think I was the token white guy there. Here are some photos of the …
Why is the Bathroom on a Ship Called The Head?
Have you ever wondered why the bathroom on a ship is called the “head?” Here is the answer. Related Posts Undesirable Face Tattoo Must Love Seniors Seniors
Going to Home Depot
You are in the middle of some home projects: putting in a new fence, painting the porch, planting some flowers and fixing a broken door lock. You are hot and sweaty, covered with dirt, lawn clippings and paint. You have your old work clothes on. You know the outfit — shorts with a hole in …
The Future is Here
Hello…is this Gordon’s Pizza? No sir, it’s Google Pizza. I must have dialed a wrong number. Sorry. No sir, Google bought Gordon’s Pizza last month. OK. I would like to order a pizza. Do you want your usual, sir? My usual? You know me? According to our caller ID data sheet, the last 12 times …
Do Not Block Fire Door
While I was parking at Target I happened to notice this scene and couldn’t help, but laugh because of the stupidity. It is actually kind of scary if you think about people needing to get out of the building in the event of an emergency, but some brilliant person put a big tree in the …
Wine Signs
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It’s Been a While…Smile
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GoPro Panoramic View Behind Hollywood Sign
Here is a panoramic view taking behind the Hollywood sign with a GoPro camera. Related Posts Hollywood Sign Behind the Hollywood Sign Griffith Observatory
Texas Signs
Only in Texas will you see signs like these . . . Related Posts Ocean Beach Hippies Unite! Bike Lane Bush 2004 Sticker Funny Watch the Gap Sign
San Diego Maritime Museum
At the San Diego Maritime Museum you will find a small collection of ten different ships such as the Star of India, the 1898 ferryboat the Berkeley, and the B-39 Soviet Foxtrot class submarine. You can even find the San Salvador, which is a replica of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo’s galleon which discovered San Diego in …
A Short History Lesson
1923, Who Was: 1. President of the largest steel company? 2. President of the largest gas company? 3. President of the New York stock Exchange? 4. Greatest wheat speculator? 5. President of the Bank of International Settlement? 6.Great Bear of Wall Street? These men were considered some of the worlds most successful of their days…Now, …
Broken Belt on Vehicle
I’ve had some real winners for vehicles throughout my lifetime, but I can’t say I ever had a belt break on a vehicle quite like this. After I heard a noise I looked under the hook just to find the source of the noise. Since I didn’t have the tools to fix the issue on …