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    • Epiphany or Ignis Fatuus?
    • Goodbye Colombia, Goodbye
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The Pyramids of Lima

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The Pyramids of Lima My first impression of Lima was not a good one. The Lima airport is located about 15 miles outside the city in what is essentially a…

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The Prodigal Tourist Returns to Guatape

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The Prodigal Tourist Returns to Guatape I probably don't have to promote the village of Guatape since it is a well-known tourist site that draws most first-time visitors to Medellin,…

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2023 Iberia Trail of Escapes

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2023 Iberia Trail of Escapes I grow old, I grow old. Should I wear my ..uh...I've forgotten the next line. I'm starting to wonder if my recent difficulties while traveling…

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Medellin Side Trip to Cuzco Peru

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Medellin Side Trip to Cuzco Peru Life had become a bit boring in Medellin during the early part of January, 2023, and I saw an opportunity to take advantage of…

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Santa Marta Colombia

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Santa Marta Colombia                     Day 1Would I recommend Santa Marta for your next vacation? Well, I have mixed feelings about doing so. During the day the city is hot, muggy,…

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He Wasn”t Heavy. He was My Brother.

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  • Post published:May 28, 2022
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He Wasn't Heavy. He was My Brother. I could save you a lot of time and effort reading this missive by simply stating its conclusion: although I have a lot…

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Medellin’s Murals

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Medellin's Murals This chapter will differ from my other Road Less Taken chapters in that the narrative will be limited, and the content will consist primarily of photos of Medellin's…

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My Life as a Dog

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My Life as a Dog According to Chinese astrology, I was born in the year of the dog. I believe that astrology of all flavors, whether Chinese, Babylonian, or Norse…

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Dream-Like Dolomites

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The Dream-Like Dolomites I have a feeling that I'd rather not have you read this chapter. I have delayed posting it for months. Indeed, I could have included this section…

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In and Out of Africa

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In and Out Africa I've visited Africa twice: Morrocco in 2013 and South Africa/Nambia in 2014, and though I probably didn't understand what was going on below the obvious surface,…

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