Tag Archives: Special encounters – My trip to Egypt has helped me articulate why I value travel so much – it dissolves preconceptions.I have wanted to visit Egypt for at least 12 years. This desire has always stemmed from my interest in Ancient Egypt – the pharoahs, pyramids, tombs, hieroglyphics… I expected my trip to Egypt to largely be passed […]  I think my belly is going to turn into a big cheese wheel. I have eaten so much cheese this week, it’s amazing I haven’t become lactose intolerant!I knew France was known for its cheese, but who knew that Swiss food was full of it as well? On Saturday, I went to Switzerland to visit […] I had a very interesting conversation with one of my boss’ maids, Hilda, after leaving “Wild is Life Game Park” last Wednesday. I was showing her pictures of the animals and enthusiastically talking about the cheetah and the kudu. She paused, thoughtfully, and asked, “Why is it that white people treat animals with more respect […]  The five course “crumble” meal that Jo served me upon my arrival in Paris. First 3 courses ony pictured. Cauliflower soup, with a bread crumble To cleanse the palate: plain yogurt, cucumber, and granola crumble The main event: leek and onion in beschamel sauce topped with a savory and nutty crumble The following 3 shots […]  This past Saturday, I went to France again to visit an old friend. Richard and I met over four years ago during the trek I did in Nepal to bring a volunteer to her placement in Mude (see “Finding Mude” October 4th, 2007 blog entry). There is actually a picture of Richard, the tall blonde […] |
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