There’s this term we use in the motorcycle world—target fixation. It’s what happens when you stare too long at the thing you’re trying to avoid. The tree, the guardrail, the goat. And because your body follows your eyes, you end …
One Night in Monti Sibillini NP, Abruzzo, Italy It started with a simple mark on Google Maps: “Scenic View.” I like those, so without a second thought, I downshifted my bike and veered onto the dirt track. The trail snaked …
This is the first time I am trying to make artichokes. This is NOT a “how to do it”, as I have no idea what I am doing. It’s a … this is what I done and what came out …
In the name of frugality, I was gonna look for a hostel or a place to camp. Then I found this gem : It cost less than the top-rated hostel in town and only about twice as much as the …
After getting laid off yesterday (for the first time in my life), today marked my first official day as a free (of any income) man. Friends keep asking, “What are you going to do now?” Right this second, I am …
Is it a bit crazy to go to a Ramen restaurant in LISBON AND …. NOT have Ramen? Maybe, who cares! By the way, now I want to go to Japan! I wonder how long would it take to ride …
One of the most unique aspects of Argentine tango is how it allows for profound connections to form almost instantaneously. Two complete strangers can share an intimacy that feels both exhilarating and tender. It’s a space where words just aren’t …
There’s an old Chinese proverb that says, “The best time to plant a tree was 30 years ago. The second best time is now.” I’ve been meaning to start a blog for a while, but it was never quite the …