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Turkey

This is an attempt to recapture the 45 days I spent in the country of Turkey in the Winter of 1983. I had written extensively in journals about this time period, but have been unable to locate my journals, so I am left with my memory. As I have been recollecting this journey, so manyContinue reading “Turkey”

Taiwan

Taiwan’s population in 2026 is estimated at approximately 23.01 to 24.1 million people. Where do I start?! What an amazing trip! I hadn’t traveled solo in six or seven years, so I had forgotten just how at home I feel on the road by myself. I love what happens when I travel. I took a long time deciding where to travel. I arranged for my wife’s parentsContinue reading “Taiwan”

Beirut, Lebanon

I had a few days and had always wanted to see Beirut. Sometimes referred to as the Paris of the Middle East. I have worked with many Lebanese and have always been impressed by their love of country even though it is chaotic in the best of times. Like many places I have been, IContinue reading “Beirut, Lebanon”