Category: Photos

The White House: A Grand and Iconic Symbol of American Power and Influence

a large building with a grassy field with White House in the background

Nestled at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington D.C. stands a grand and historic building that millions of people look up to. The White House, the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States, represents more than just a building. It is a symbol of American power and influence, an iconic edifice …

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Canberra Diplomatic Courier Hub Coin

I have a friend who is a diplomatic courier and he showed me this coin he designed. It’s pretty darn cool.

Solution to People Who Don’t Like You

Danger Sign with Clear Message

a sign on a pole

Karl Marx Most Important Contribution to Mankind

When Father Doesn’t Make Time for Son

Your Triggers Are Your Responsibility

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China ATM Warns Don’t Transfer Money to Strangers

I don’t know who this warning is actually for, but apparently someone in China needs to be told not to transfer money to strangers and they put a nice sign on the ATM to remind them.

Kite Festival at Otaki Beach, New Zealand

I recently had the pleasure of attending the Otaki Kite Festival in New Zealand. It was an amazing experience that I will never forget. The festival was held in a large open field, and the sky was filled with colorful kites of all shapes and sizes. It was truly a sight to behold. The atmosphere …

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Door with Lion’s Head Artwork

As I walked down the street, in Wellington, New Zealand, I passed these doors that had this lion’s head on it. It was certainly nice and interesting enough to snap a quick photo.

Observing Waitangi Day in Wellington

Every year on February 6th, New Zealand marks the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with a public holiday called “Waitangi Day”. The Treaty of Waitangi is often considered to be New Zealand’s founding document. In 1840, representatives of the British Crown and of Māori iwi (tribes) and hapū (sub-tribes) entered into …

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Waitangi Weekend Māori Music Showcase

Went to the Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa to see the Māori Music Showcase. This was a nice venue that showcased local Māori talent. It was a fun and intimate setting that was nice to see the island people and culture.

Sights Around the Simpsons Land in Universal Studios Hollywood

Here are some different sights you can see walking around the Simpson’s area of Universal Studios Hollywood.

Army National Guard Base Fort Pickett

Platform Nine and Three Fourths from the Movie Harry Potter

In Honor of Martin Luther King Day

Sand Dollar Found on the Beach in New Zealand

Walking down the beach I found a sand dollar laying there so I took a couple photos and put it back.

Save the Krill, Kill the Whales Bilboard

Found this interesting billboard in Wellington, New Zealand.

Biden White House Christmas

Guns N’ Rose Private Jet

I was at the Wellington airport last week after the Guns N’ Roses concert and much to my surprise was their private jet. I wouldn’t have known it was their jet if it wasn’t for a security guard that clued me in. I thought it was pretty darn cool.

The National Library of New Zealand

New Zealand Parliament House

Walked by the New Zealand Parliament House.

Tech Control Water Walkers Patch

Nine Months After Valentine’s Day

Tanasi is the Capitol of the Cherokee Nation

Tanasi is the origin of the name of Tennessee. This was the capitol of the Cherokee nation from 1721-1730.

Proof of Citizenship and Photo I.D. Should Be Required to Vote in U.S. Elections

Taxi Sign in China

Here is an interesting Taxi sign at a place to wait for a ride. This photo was taken in Xi’an, China.

Venetian Mask

Walking by a store in New Zealand I saw this mask in the window and thought it looks pretty neat.

Mahatma Gandhi Statue

In the heart of the capital of New Zealand is a statue of Mahatma Gandhi.

New Zealand Has Crosswalk Signs That Look Like Mary Poppins

a close up of a traffic light on a pole

Crossing the street in New Zealand I saw this light that had an image of a woman that looks like Mary Poppins.

Things to See Around Xi’an Marketplace

Walking around Xi’an I came across this marketplace. This place had it all. There was food, candy, restaurants, beverages, interesting architecture, fountains, shows, and a lot of friendly people to meet.