I expected drizzle and cold, and cold it is in the shade. But the sun illuminates and heats Istanbul intensely even at 10am as we walk down the narrow streets toward the waters edge of Karakoy. Karakoy is on the…

I expected drizzle and cold, and cold it is in the shade. But the sun illuminates and heats Istanbul intensely even at 10am as we walk down the narrow streets toward the waters edge of Karakoy. Karakoy is on the…
The day before we travel is always stressful. I had a boss that used to say “Work wouldn’t get done if it weren’t for vacation”, referring to the massive push to clean up the task list and prepare the house…
In 2013 I had the pleasure (and sometimes pain) of spending every third week or so in Shoreditch, London for six months. It was a grueling travel schedule, especially so shortly after Trish’s death. But it was professionally rewarding and it…
Brazil is ahead three hours from Eastern US, and we’ve been sleeping in and staying up late. When I make us all get up at 8am for breakfast and touring it’s painful. Emma sips some coffee. Lily rubs her eyes.…
Our boots and clothes are still soaked. We pack again, trying to keep a few things dry for Rio. Our white clothing goes on top, ready for quick access once we arrive in Rio for New Year’s Eve. Tonight may…