That moment, that space flooded with silence, when everything freezes. My thoughts, my feelings, any emotional reaction, any physical sensation just… pause. It is not that I am consciously trying to avoid anything; I am just contemplating my whole being. I am perceiving everything, anything, and nothing, all at once. I don’t want to […]
That Space in Cappadocia Read More »
I feel happy today… As I strolled down picturesque streets sheltered by gorgeous jacaranda trees, searching for a new cozy coffee shop to do some writing, it suddenly clicked: I am staying just blocks away from Frida Kahlo’s Casa Azul! Yes, I am right in the centre of Coyoacan, one of my very favourite places
To my Brother, Fernando Elisa: “Are you there?”Fernando: “Yes” Every time I contacted you, you texted back right away or called me immediately on the phone. You were undoubtedly there for me; in fact, for every loved one who sought you out or needed you. I counted on your love, your friendship, your invaluable advice,
In Recognition of Two of my Dearest Teachers: my Brother and my Father Read More »
Before I go on to part three of South America, I would like to share bits of my two amazing trips to the Peninsula of Baja California. Last February was my second time there and I loved it once again! This time, I did it on two wheels. The previous visit was right when COVID
Baja California Peninsula, Mexico: Whales and Wheels! Read More »
Do I really need to go through Peru? Honestly, all I was interested in about this country, if anything, was visiting Machu Picchu. Not that I have not had enough exploring and climbing up countless interesting and beautiful ruins around the world but, let’s face it, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wonder of the World
South America: Planning the Adventure, Part One Read More »
The ‘Canoa de Carga’ and the Beginning of our Latin American Wait Times This might sound a bit prejudiced, but if you have ever taken a train in Europe or the US and then travelled to a Latin American country, you have probably realized there is a slightly radical difference between one culture and
South America: Into the Napo River, Part Two Read More »
Sometimes I ask people what makes them sad, angry or frustrated. When their answers include interactions with other human beings, I advise them not to take anything personally. Tonight, I experienced those three feelings at once, and I had to make a considerable effort not to take it personally myself, hee, hee… I confess it
My body wakes up without me opening my eyes, images of the mountains in Chiapas begin to pop into my mind. Everything is green and beautiful. The air cools off my skin from the coastal heat as I lean in the fun curves that take me up and down through the Sierra Madre. I look
