This section spotlights travel experiences, articles, and photography covering places and regions I’ve explored in the United States and Canada.
Haaa. Cupcakes. Those decadent miniatures of goodness that can draw out a smile from even the grouchiest of us all. Just wrapped up a yummy article for a major travel site that had me researching these perfect portions of bliss. As part of the assignment, I visited a local bakery which has gained quite some popularity…including a spot on a recent American Express commercial.
Seeing him appear on the screen addressing collective hopes and fears in a coherent fashion provides a daily dose of inspiration, and speaks to what we can achieve if we only believe. The next month is one of transition… a major one. Photo shot at Ladew Gardens, Maryland.
Any true football (soccer) fan knows that West African teams usually display some pretty cool acrobatics on the field after a goal or two. Last weekend was no different, even though it was a small pick up game played by a group of Nigerian friends who’ve been playing every Sunday for the last 10 years.
If you’ll be in the DC area this weekend, be sure to stop by the Adventures in Travel Expo. Totally bummed that I would be missing it this year, but I did hit the expo last year and mused about it on Matador Travel under a post titled Adventure comes to town. Beth Whitman, author …
Wedding cakes teem with creativity – from lavish multilayer masterpieces to the most bizarre accessories and trimmings. This simple, two layered white cake served at a friend’s wedding in Virginia spotted a fun little miniature with the bride dragging the groom along. I hardly ever see cakes with miniature brides and grooms anymore. Though cliche, …
The presiding officer begins the ceremony. He introduces himself. He is very Polish. He’d probably been in this hall before, glaring up at his own presiding officer in eager anticipation. His speech is cookie-cutter and he is running through the motions, but the glint in his eyes is undeniable. He understands what they had all …