Destination: Jiufen, Taiwan

Beautiful red lanterns of Jiufen (December 2014) Before I proceed, I will let you know that this post had been sitting in my blog drafts for over two years, almost three, at this point. I'd been meaning to write about Jiufen for so long and having it published at the end of the year (to … Continue reading Destination: Jiufen, Taiwan

William (poem)

(inspired by London, England-- December 2015 and tribute to the great British poets: William Blake, William Shakespeare, and William Wordsworth) William Boundless and beautiful, the wild gardensecho a pastoral tune, lonely from daysof teeming thoughts that wander by-and-by.Such days I wonder at creation, handsthat shape earth to man, and beast to nature--In the woods, the … Continue reading William (poem)

Destination: Las Vegas, Nevada (ENTERTAINMENT EDITION- Part 3)

Las Vegas is nothing short of entertaining the millions of visitors who come every year to revel in its abundance of activities (e.g. shows, concerts, clubs). After all, there's a reason why it's called the "Entertainment Capital of the World." I've experienced many of Sin City's forms of entertainment since I was a kid, from … Continue reading Destination: Las Vegas, Nevada (ENTERTAINMENT EDITION- Part 3)

Destination: Las Vegas, Nevada (2021 EDITION- Part 1)

Las Vegas from above (October 2021) The "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas is a hedonist's dream when it comes to gambling, partying, and having a good time. It's a popular weekend getaway for Californians (especially college students and young adults) to enjoy the sights and activities while being able to return to school … Continue reading Destination: Las Vegas, Nevada (2021 EDITION- Part 1)

Destination: Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

Views from Bryce Point (October 2021) Home to acres of hypnotic hoodoos, Bryce Canyon is a striking national park that draws about 1.5 million visitors to its site each year. The land is distinctive in its natural formations, due to millions of years of weathering and erosion that has captured the memories of those who've … Continue reading Destination: Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah