Category Archives: Travel

Macau | the ruins of St Paul’s

The Ruins of St. Paul’s, in Macau – that’s what’s left of a massive 17th-century church & college after a Great Fire in 1835. Looking closer at the carvings; they’re a wild mix of European & Asian art, reflecting its history as a hub for science & theology in the East.

Stepping away from the ruins & into the heart of the old district you’re greeted by cobblestone streets, Mediterranean-style plazas & an odd blend of Portuguese & Chinese culture at every turn. It feels like walking through a living museum!

The ruins of St Paul’s
Tagged , , , , ,

Blue Mountains

The Blue Mountains is a mountainous region in New South Wales, Australia, located about 50 kilometers (31 miles) west of Sydney. It’s known for its stunning landscapes, including the famous Three Sisters rock formation & numerous hiking trails within the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park.

Blue Mountains NSW
Tagged , , , , ,

National Indigenous Art Fair

Dance can tell stories in the same way that language does & carry meaning about place, family, laws & shared history. Women often appear in indigenous storytelling as universally respected & important.

I also love seeing children included. It’s not just about performing. They get to be involved from the beginning: watching, participating in small steps & being treated as apprentices, so that the tradition is kept alive by understanding both the movement & the context.

Dance from the National Indigenous Art Fair in Sydney NSW
Tagged , , , ,

Espresso | architecture

Bear Pond Espresso, a highly regarded espresso-focused coffee shop in Shimokitazawa, Tokyo, known for precise shots, a quiet atmosphere, and expert barista craft.

Bear Pond Espresso in Tokyo
Bear Pond Espresso in Tokyo
Bear Pond Espresso in Tokyo
Tagged , , , , ,

City library

Stockholm city library created by Gunnar Asplund. The library was the climax & finale to a neo-classical architectural era.

Stockholm city library
Tagged , , , ,