Author Archives: smkelly8

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writer, teacher, movie lover, traveler, reader

Weekly Photo Challenge: Collage

Posted on July 15, 2017

1. Each week, we’ll provide a theme for creative inspiration. You take photographs based on your interpretation of the theme, and post them on your blog (a new post!) anytime before the following Wednesday when the next photo theme will … Continue reading →

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Must-See Chicago: Saints & Sinners Tour

Posted on July 13, 2017

If you’re in Chicago this summer on a Friday and if you like history, take the Driehaus Museum’s Saints and Sinners walking tour. I took it on Friday and learned so much about the reformers behind the Temperance Movement and … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Collage

Posted on July 13, 2017

1. Each week, we’ll provide a theme for creative inspiration. You take photographs based on your interpretation of the theme, and post them on your blog (a new post!) anytime before the following Wednesday when the next photo theme will … Continue reading →

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Budget Accommodations: Korea

Posted on July 5, 2017

A great option probably on par with a hostel, but you’d have more space.

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More from Huashan 1914

Posted on July 3, 2017

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Huashan 1914

Posted on July 3, 2017

If you visit Taipei, you really should take a stroll around Huashan 1914, a one time industrial complex that’s now an artsy, creative center. Huashan 1914 has several cafés, galleries, shops and restaurants. The art ranges from the cute to … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Delta

Posted on June 29, 2017

Isn’t “delta,” i.e. change pretty darn close to “transience”? I understand the small difference, but it is in the same ball park. 1. Each week, we’ll provide a theme for creative inspiration. You take photographs based on your interpretation of … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Transient

Posted on June 25, 2017

1. Each week, we’ll provide a theme for creative inspiration. You take photographs based on your interpretation of the theme, and post them on your blog (a new post!) anytime before the following Friday when the next photo theme will … Continue reading →

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Sugalabo

Posted on June 16, 2017

Simon and Martina, with the help of the very-talented Dan, have made an outstanding video about a chef in Tokyo, who has an incredible respect and interest in local ingredients and regional cultures. I’d love to know how they got … Continue reading →

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Luxury You Can’t Top

Posted on June 9, 2017

Check this video on flying in the suite, known as “The Residence” on Etihad Airlines. I’d be tickled pink just to get the luxury of not standing in line forever for security (see below), never mind the champagne, though I … Continue reading →

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