If you haven’t figured out yet, I’m a Mormon, a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and I love architecture particularly religious architecture. To me one of the most sacred places on earth is the temple, … Continued
Overall, the Living Planet Aquarium in Salt Lake City has done a good job, as I mentioned in the last post. I just think they needed to focus and do one thing better than anyone else, make it perfect then … 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
Frank Lloyd Wright by Ada Louise Huxtable Penguin Books; 2004 It is safe to say that more books have been written about Frank Lloyd Wright than about any other architect in history due not only to his 70 plus years … 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
The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin by Benjamin Franklin Unabridged; narrated by Grover Gardner; Findaway Media What an interesting man! Benjamin Franklin wasn’t just a founding father of America, but he was the founding father of so many innovations, institutions, and … Continued
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen Unabridged; narrated by Margarite Gavin; Gildan Midia The love story of Elizabeth and Darcy is an immortal classic everyone should be familiar with. This book engaged me thoroughly. There were many times I didn’t … Continued
I recently decided to catch up on all of the reading I didn’t get done during my first 30 years. After deciding on a few books-to-read-before-you-die lists, I started the journey. I figure since reading can take you on an … Continued
Ambling over boulders and hopping across the stream on stepping stones or a log bridge, I did not expect the grandeur and beauty of what I found at the end of the path. While working at the art gallery, we … Continued
The highlight of Cannery Row for me is the world-class Monterey Bay Aquarium, which highlights the vibrant life of the bay it is built by. I did have the chance to visit this magnificent marine museum the first time I … Continued