
…and we have reached the final Photo of the Day of 2018. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!”

…and we have reached the final Photo of the Day of 2018. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →

A thought for the last Thursday of 2018:
Although no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending. – Carl Bard
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The best travel experience I’ve had 2018 was definitely my solo trip to Capitol Reef National Park in September. Of course, the trip was awesome. It made me realize the freedom of solo travel. I didn’t have to sleep and wake on schedule. I could choose what to eat and where to dine. And I could stop at any turnout and any hiking trail. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →
Sometimes, this is all we ever need. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, everyone! 🎄🎇🎁
The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree is the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other. – Burton Hillis
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And of course, how can I forget this great sunset which I witnessed in early August? Seeing this makes me look forward to summer again despite the sweltering heat. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →
A food for thought for this Thursday:
I’ve learned that people will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel. – Maya Angelou
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What traditional Christmas decoration is actually a parasitic plant? Continue reading “Share Your World – Week of December 17, 2018” →

I closed May 2018 with a hike with my mom and a group of enthusiastic hikers. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →

Happy Monday again!
Some of your greatest blessings come with patience. – Mindset Titan
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Here is something I look forward to do again in 2019 – Guns n’ Grubs. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →

Here is my thought for this Thursday:
There are no wrong turns. Only paths we had no known we were meant to walk. – Guy Gavriel Kay
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…and we are into May. Yay! Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →
Happy Monday!
Happy are those who take life day by day, complain very little, and are thankful for the little things in life.
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Here is a look from my third hike this year – the hike that probably brought new fears to my life and had the most impact on my hiking experience even though I can most definitely blame myself for wearing poor traction shoes on this hike. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →
Sometimes, I think it’s important to remember these things:
- The past cannot be changed
- Opinions don’t define your reality
- Everyone’s journey is different
- Things always get better with time
- Judgements are a confession of character
- Overthinking will lead to sadness
- Happiness is found within
- Positive thoughts create positive things
- Smiles are contagious
- Kindness is free
- You only fail if you quit
- What goes around, comes around
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I had my second hiking adventure at the end of February. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →

This was taken in Park City early 2018 during one of my two trips to Park City during this entire year. Continue reading “Wits End Weekly Photo Challenge: White on White” →

Happy Monday again!
It all begins and ends in your mind. What you give power, has power over you. – Anonymous
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After China, my next adventure was originally going to be heading home to sleep and to re-adjust to the time zone but my mom had other plans. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →
Happy Thursday!
Do not let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace. – Dalai Lama
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And of course, the trip of the year has to be my second trip to China. Continue reading “Photo of the Day!” →
I just had a 5-day weekend and must return to work today, which is too cruel. Here’s my simple thought for those suffering similar fate as I am:
Keep calm and return to work.
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