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The Dangerous Waters of Lake Superior
What do you think of when I ask you to picture a lake? Depending on where you call home, you could have come up with anything from a small, shallow body of water to a deeper, larger lake. If you've ever been on the shores of Lake Superior, you'll know that this lake is unlike any other.
By Isla Berry5 years ago in Wander
Transhipping Take 1. & A trip to Stone Island
I'd really enjoyed my time so far on the Sapphire but from day 1 onboard I knew I'd be transhipping when the ship repositioned to Alaska due to their new state law concerning non-US citizens working ashore. Rich had left & with Jason the new senior onboard I'd be departing within the next two weeks but as usual we had heard nothing from head office on where I was going next and as I'd been working stupid hours I was encouraged to have a day of in port.
By Neil Gregory5 years ago in Wander
The Fiddler on the Lake
Louisiana is home to some of the best art and music in the country. You don't even have to be in the city to hear the raw talent of our infinite street musicians. They pop up all around the the state at any given time and play to their hearts' content. I always envied how free they seemed as I passed by them on the streets or in the parks. Never before had I witnessed such moments of pure, unadulterated joy as I had when seeing them play. This photo I took may not be an example of such emotions, but it speaks to what one can expect of living in Louisiana, as well as why I myself feel so lucky to be a part of our colorful culture. I was killing time by walking alongside Lake Pontrartrain on the northshore when I stumbled upon a man playing a fiddle, shoes kicked off, and not a care in the world. The slight breeze carried the melodic sounds of his instrument from one end of Lakeshore Drive to the other. He drew no crowd, and it was clear that was never his intention. He was there, simply to exist in a moment in time that belonged to him and him alone. A part of me wishes I had stopped to tell him how well he played, but a larger part of me did not wish to interrupt the calm he was creating with his bow and strings. I continued to walk past him and my breath caught as my eyes took in the vibrant hues of the setting sun. There were numerous shades of pinks, reds, and orages cascading along the ripples of the lake. I had never observed such a work of art that was so close, yet still so out of touch. I have been to countless art musuems across Louisiana and yet, none had been able to make me pause and ponder life's greater meaning more than the scene in front of me. This moment was the perfect collaboration of the greatest aspects of Louisiana's culture, a mastery of art and music, but also complete freedom. The freedom to be who you are without a care as to whom is watching. The freedom to create art and share it with your community. We are all artists in and of our own right, and no one will dare to interrupt our moment of passion.That's just one of the elements that makes my hometown so great. I have lived in over ten other states in this country and none have ever provided me with a sense of pride to call them my home. They were all great in their own ways and I thoroughly enjoyed my adventures in each state, but none of them were full of a culture as vivacious and warm as Louisiana's. We may be a small state, and we may always be at risk of getting wiped off the map by a hurricane, but one thing is for sure. We will always either rise to the challenge, or host a party like none other before it because we are proud to be alive each and every single day and we are going to let the rest of the world know it. You know you have met a Louisianian when there is a lack of fear of oblivion and the kindest attitude towards even the rudest of folks who mock us for our laissez-faire attitudes. We just simply don't care what the rest of the world thinks. We are going to go out with a bang and give people a moment to remember, much like the fiddler on the lake.
By GiGi Herberg5 years ago in Wander
The Surrealist Gardens of Las Pozas. Top Story - January 2021.
In the early 60s, an eccentric British poet and architect began the most extensive, surrealist art project ever imagined - a fantasy art labyrinth in the jungles of Mexico. I first discovered this magical kingdom by browsing YouTube travel videos. It was the winter of 2017, and I announced to my wife that I had discovered the perfect travel destination. In addition to the Edward James garden, we would also have the chance to see the amazing, natural paradise of La Huasteca, Mexico.
By Stephen "Stefanosis" Moore5 years ago in Wander
Defining My Hometown
I grew up in the small, tourist town of Helen, Georgia. Helen is located at the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River in the farthest corner of North East Georgia. I grew up with the banks of this river at my back door and never learned to swim!
By VNessa Erlene5 years ago in Wander
Exploring Calgary
There is so much to do and see in Calgary, Alberta. As someone who currently lives in Calgary but was not born here, I have such strong feelings for this amazing city. Between all the scenic viewpoints of the city, the parks and just the atmosphere in general, there's something to see for everybody.
By Lisa Bourgeault5 years ago in Wander
My First Solo Trip. First Place in Solo Trip Challenge.
Early December 2019, my parents are getting ready to leave on a dirt biking trip with some friends in Southern California. My family had been planning this trip for months. But I wasn't invited. Not because they didn't want me there... I think... Rather, this was the first year I was without a dirt bike, as I had just recently sold it in exchange for a larger street-legal motorcycle. In addition to that, I no longer lived at home, so I wasn't always automatically included in trips with the family. Due to these factors, I was understandably told to sit this one out. Which was a tad disappointing for me...
By Zach Doehler5 years ago in Wander
The Beauty of Our Planet
Earth is beautiful and there is no doubt about that, wouldn't you agree? We all know it, we have all seen beautiful photographs from amazing places from all over the world. But how often do we stop and think about just how special this planet is that we call home? When was the last time you went for a walk out in nature and really soaked it all in? Ignoring all the menial things going on in your life and just focusing on what surrounded you at that exact moment? Perhaps it has been a while, I know it has for me.
By Zach Doehler5 years ago in Wander
