Teachers often introduce a picture book by asking a class to look at the book’s cover. Sometimes the artist’s tantalizing skills bring an immediate reaction from the kids. The illustrator has effectively expressed an appealing aspect of the book. A pervasive feeling fills the … [Read more...]
Meaningful Anniversary
In the fall of 2004, I was driving on the Boulder-Denver Turnpike heading to Westminster Elementary. Without any warning, the car in front of me came to an abrupt stop. I slammed on my breaks. I breathed a sigh of relief. I had avoided a catastrophic collision. Within … [Read more...]
Jew Town and the Paradesi Synagogue
Years ago, I gawked at pictures of the handmade tiles that adorn this famous 16th century synagogue. I never imagined that one day I would walk on those handmade Chinese tiles or gaze up at the colored glass lanterns. A trip to Jew Town and the Paradesi Synagogue did not not seem … [Read more...]
Pictures Can Capture More Than Words
"Who is the happier man: he who has braved the storm of life and lived, or he who has stayed securely on shore and merely existed?" ~ Hunter S. Thompson As I flip through my Indian photos, I am reliving my incredible journey and am eager to share what I learned. Adapting to a … [Read more...]
A New Beginning: First Blog
Today in Colorado, I am beginning a new blog. Unlike my first blog, www.sandystravel.wordpress.com, which focused exclusively on my Indian adventure, my new entrée into the world of words will discuss numerous topics from various perspectives. This time, I will strive to elicit … [Read more...]
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