My Chilean friend explained to me his idea of what a "second world" country is. He used this example: in Chile, they use an electrical grid whose idea comes from Spain. In Spain, the grid is centralized in Madrid. There, it makes sense because Madrid is pretty central to the country. This copied idea works... Continue Reading →
Dear Morocco…
I've been enjoying many things while visiting you. Your landscapes are beautiful and varied, the food fantastic, and the sun is so very welcome in winter. Your talents are multiple: hand made baskets, rugs, jewelry, shoes, music, football! Your people have wonderful, warm smiles. Your mountains are austere giants and your deserts full of unexpected... Continue Reading →
Desert Cow
We’re back from a six day hike in the desert, extremely well organized by Zafrani trek, my friend from Geneva who was married to a Moroccan man. He died a few years back and she kept up their team of guides, cooks and camel drivers. She goes on some of the treks herself, but this... Continue Reading →
The Beetle
My partner got my flu (it was Christmas and I had nothing to give him, and it's good to share everything, right?) He's feeling better today but for two days he was really knocked out. The first day I went for a long walk, much longer than I had thought I would. I thought I... Continue Reading →
Moove your cow, and your mind will follow. 