Discovering the White Temple of Thailand One of the most breathtaking temples I have ever seen is Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple, located near Chiang Rai in northern Thailand. As I approached, its shimmering white façade looked almost surreal against the [...]
One of the joys of traveling through China is visiting the parks and watching the creativity of the people who gather there. This photo was taken at the Summer Palace in Beijing. As I walked through its beautiful grounds, I came upon this woman doing [...]
One of my most unforgettable experiences in northern Thailand was visiting the Karen Long Neck tribe, also known as the Padaung or Kayan Lahwi people. These women are famous for their unique tradition of wearing heavy brass coils around their necks, creating the illusion of long, elegant necks. The [...]
At 80 years old, I’ve discovered one of the most exciting tools of my entire life: artificial intelligence. And I want to tell you this—it’s never too late to learn something new. We often tell ourselves that learning is for the young, that technology is [...]
As I traveled through Southeast Asia, I came upon this beautiful scene – a young boy kneeling in prayer before a serene white Buddha statue. His small hands pressed together in wai, eyes closed in deep concentration, he seemed completely unaware of the world around [...]
When I first saw this little farm truck, I couldn’t help but smile—and climb in for a photo! Compared to the massive pickup trucks and tractors used on farms across the United States, this vehicle looks more like a toy. But don’t let its size [...]
As I open one of the last boxes of Today’s Tips for Easy Living, I can’t help but reflect on the journey behind this book. It has always been my dream that, when I reached the end of the final printing, I would give a copy [...]
One of the most unforgettable places I’ve ever visited is Longji—also known as the Dragon’s Backbone Rice Terraces—tucked high in the mountains of southern China. Getting there isn’t as simple as hopping off a bus or driving into town. You hike. At least a mile, [...]
Memorial Day Fun for the Family Memorial Day, along with the traditional honoring of the dead, is a three-day weekend with the kids out of school. Organize some Memorial Day fun with a picnic or barbecue and enjoy the fresh fruits as the summer begins. [...]
Kabobs – The Perfect Summer Treat One of my favorite things to have in the summertime is a kabob. Intriguing and taste-tempting kabobs can be served as a main dish, a side dish or even dessert. A great thing about kabobs is that you can [...]
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