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Explore the world with Dian Thomas! Dian loves the adventure travel brings to her life. She has traveled to over 50 countries and visited all 50 states in the United States of America. She cherishes the relationships she has made along the way as she has explored unique cultures across the world. Her travels have lead her China down to the Antarctic Peninsula south of South America.

Before Machu Picchu: Exploring Lima’s Ancient Pyramid Huaca Pucllana

2025-08-27T18:36:20+00:00August 28th, 2025|South America, Travel|

When most people think of Peru, the image that comes to mind is the mist-shrouded peaks of Machu Picchu. Yet long before the Inca Empire, other civilizations flourished along Peru’s coast—leaving behind remarkable structures like Huaca Pucllana, an adobe pyramid in the heart of Lima. [...]

Spirit Houses of Thailand: Sacred Shrines of Protection and Tradition

2025-08-12T15:53:13+00:00August 27th, 2025|Thailand, Travel|

During my travels through Thailand, I was constantly struck by how spirituality is seamlessly woven into everyday life. One of the most beautiful and symbolic examples of this is the spirit house—or san phra phum—found outside homes, businesses, and temples all across the country. These [...]

Newspaper Rock: Messages from the Ancients and Memories from My Childhood

2025-08-12T15:40:56+00:00August 26th, 2025|Travel, USA|

Tucked along the Indian Creek Scenic Byway in southeastern Utah is a sandstone cliff etched with hundreds of mysterious symbols, animals, and human figures. Known today as Newspaper Rock, it’s more than just a historical landmark to me—it’s a place deeply woven into the fabric [...]

Unexpected Connection at the Temple of Heaven: Culture, Community, and the Marriage Market in Beijing

2025-08-22T21:12:57+00:00August 24th, 2025|China, Travel|

The Temple of Heaven in Beijing—once a place where emperors gave thanks for the harvest, now a vibrant gathering place for community life. China is a vast country with over 1.4 billion people—constantly in motion. Though its landmass is similar in size to the United [...]

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