Islands are fantastic. As landforms go, they’re the tops. Would Dr. Moreau have set up shop in a fjord? Would Captain Flint have hid his gold on Treasure Peninsula? Would troubled vacationers seek out Mr. Rourke on Fantasy Isthmus? I … Continue reading
I can upload images into my journal. Dig it: Once I hit the road, I should be able to add pictures from my digital camera without too much trouble. The trip itinerary is shifting a bit, but I don’t feel … Continue reading
I used to trust Lonely Planet guides. I have two guides for Micronesia. One is a Lonely Planet, the other is a Periplus Action Guide to diving in the Pacific. Here’s what the Lonely Planet guide has to say about … Continue reading
The name ‘Department of Homeland Security’ scares me. It reminds me of the House Un-American Activities Committee. You know what? The word ‘Homeland’ alone scares me. It sounds designed to stir some sentiment – the same way Chevrolet tries to … Continue reading
I am not a hypochondriac. But when you’re going away for a long time to places where the word ‘doctor’ means about as much as plumbing, you start making appointments. And when you’ve got fancy health coverage that runs out … Continue reading
I had my last day at work on Friday. Everyone was really great, and by the end of the day I was very sad. Folks chipped in and got me a bunch of great presents, which was a big surprise. … Continue reading
Well here we go. The site is online thanks entirely to Dan. Dan sits next to me at work. He’s a nice guy. If I could put pictures up, I’d add a picture of Dan so you could see what … Continue reading