Hidden behind houses and an unassuming fence, Gilgal Sculpture Garden is a jewel in the Salt Lake City park system. Thomas Child created the garden as a personal act of creativity and devotion in his backyard. In 2000, the garden … Continued
Beijing’s Historic Christian Cemetery Hidden away in plain sight under some old trees and large hedges in the middle of the Beijing Administrative College campus lie the graves of several Jesuit priests and missionaries, including Matteo Ricci and Ferdinand Verbiest. … Continued
I’ve written before about one of my happy places in my hometown, the Dallas Zoo. One of my other happy places is the Dallas World Aquarium. I’ve watched this fantastic, private animal experience grow from just a dozen beautifully curated … Continued
I’ll admit that I haven’t always been a fan of Frank Gehry’s architecture. It feels like it is all about show. However, I am still fascinated by it, and really took a liking to the Walt Disney Concert Hall on … Continued
If you’ve followed my adventures for long, you know one of my favorite places in my hometown is the Dallas Zoo. On my most recent trip home, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to visit this fantastic zoological park and … Continued
My limited time back in the States was split between three regions. The first several days were in Utah to celebrate the baby blessing of my new nieces. It was wonderful to gather with family for this special event. My … Continued
Beijing, China, is a city with seasons. It has been a while since I truly experienced all four seasons, so I’m excited to be in a place that has them all. When I arrived in September it was still hot … Continued
Trains, trains and more trains! That is what the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale is all about. After deciding none of us wanted to get up really early to hike Camelback Mountain, we set our sights on this less daunting … Continued
I’ve watched this aquatic zoo grow from a storefront space in a downtown mall to a rehabilitated strip mall building and now to its brand new facility on the side of the freeway. Though the space is greatly improved and … Continued
How do you have a botanical garden in the desert? Isn’t it all dry and hot? Yes, yes it is! However, the desert is one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world with a plethora of its own spectacular … Continued