As I See It
Sometimes You Have to Do Things Afraid
--- Some dreams don’t fade. They wait. For most of my life, Egypt was one of those dreams. Not a passing interest, not…
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Coming Back to Books
I’m about to write about something that millions, possibly billions of people do every day without giving it a second…
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From weightlifting to winging it, my shoulder saga, weeks five and six.
I am writing today, not dictating. Although dictating is a lot easier, but I feel the need to use both hands. Earlier…
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From weightlifting to winging it, my shoulder saga, weeks three and four
Weeks three and four were almost normal. They say it takes 21 days to form a habit so the habit of wearing a sling is…
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Unlocking the Secrets to Your Dream Cruise Vacation
Have you ever dreamed of booking the perfect cruise but felt overwhelmed about where to begin? Well, you’ve come to the…
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Discovering New York in November: Five Must-Do Activities
As the sun dips below the horizon on a crisp autumn day, New York transforms into a dazzling wonderland in November.…
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Ten tips for first time visitors to New York
Arriving in Style : Whether you're budget-conscious or seeking convenience, consider the LIRR from JFK for a seamless…
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How to Step Away from the Crowds in New York
Today, we invite you to step away from the hustle and bustle of Times Square and delve into the authentic, lesser-known attractions that truly embody the spirit of New York City. So buckle up and get ready for an adventure that reveals the real NYC!
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Top Five Travel Essentials for Long-Haul Flights
Picture this: You’re staring down the barrel of another long-haul flight. The dread creeps in, but fear not! I’ve got…
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Traveling with Low Vision: Five Essential Tips
Sometimes our eyesight lets us down. In my case, my vision has been a challenge since I was born. For over 50 years,…
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As I see it...the COVID Chronicles
Two years ago it started. None of us knew what we were in for. There has been highs and lows, days when we thought it…
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As I see it…searching for normal
A topic of discussion among my friends, family, colleagues has been: will life ever get back to normal? I’m no…
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As I see it…300 days between flights.
As a frequent traveller pre-COVID, I enjoyed (endured) 300 days between my last flight pre-COVID and my return to…
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As I see it...hard work
Mum, bless her soul, writes in her journal in 1982 how happy she is. She has four wonderful boys and a loving and…
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As I see it...travel and photography
As a family, we often travelled in Australia: Gulgong and rural NSW, the Snowy Mountains, Canberra, the Gold Coast and…
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As I see it...time and memory
The concept of time weighs heavily with me, even before that crisp August morning. The day you, Mum, died. 29 August,…
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As I see it...sight
As you’ve read, I’ve got pretty crappy eyesight. Mum writes in her journal, July 1967, when I’m 18 months old: I feel…