Discovering the breathtaking beauty of Haiti
Haiti is a vastly misunderstood and unknown country. Despite its challenges it is a beautiful and artistic place of resourceful people.
5 Awesome affordable places to retire in Mexico
If you deduce to retire in Mexico, it offers a number of interesting possibilities that are not only beautiful, but also quite affordable.
Sailing to Cuba with my son: an unforgettable adventure
Last summer I sailed to Cuba with my teen son and a friend. It was the adventure of a lifetime. But I won´t do it again.
Haitian artisans recycle trash into art
The art of recycling trash into art is a positive result of necessity. In poor countries around the world, people with few resources take what they find in the street and turn it into art.
Using music as therapy in midlife
Music can be a great mood enhancer. Over the years, I learned to use music as therapy. Now in midlife, it´s better than ever.
Saying goodbye to my old car after 14 years
When I had to finally give up my faithful Subaru after 14 years of companionship I somehow felt I had betrayed my good old car.
Holbox: Mexico’s secret island paradise
Holbox, Mexico’s hidden island paradise, is a true fishing village and an eco-tourist heaven. Visitors can view migratory birds and swim with whale sharks.
Learning to appreciate wine, a lifelong journey
Appreciating wine comes with age, and it´s taken me a lifetime to learn this art. It’s never too late to enjoy a good wine tasting.
Can art make us smarter after 50?
Can viewing, making or appreciating visual art make an older person smarter?