— “When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the Creator” (Mahatma Gandhi). Another shot from my hometown, Fortaleza (Ceará, Brazil). Admiring the sunset is a local pastime … Read More

— Some friends and I frequently enjoy spending time at Lake Bastrop South Shore Park. It should not be confused with nearby Bastrop State Park. Lake Bastrop offers camping, hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing and also has mini cabins for … Read More

— Home away from home, as I jokingly refer to it, the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) has become a permanent fixture for fun. From concerts to races, COTA continues to add more attractions. This spring, event promoters BikeReg.com has … Read More

—  Celebrating its 98th birthday today, the Grand Canyon National Park was established on February 26, 1919. The canyon that separates the South from the North Rim is a mile deep (1.6 km). The Desert View Drive is one of … Read More

— I don’t nearly post as many shots of my hometown as I probably should. A city known for its seafood cuisine, beaches and stunning sunsets, Fortaleza takes pride in her laid-back lifestyle. Along the Beira-Mar Avenue, several places have … Read More

— This Christmas, while spending time with our family in Brazil, we took 4 days off to visit the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, off the northeast coast of Brazil. The archipelago comprises 21 islands, but only one is inhabited. What … Read More

— A sunset at Beira-Mar Avenue in Fortaleza can be magical. It has become a tradition for locals and tourists alike to make sure to be strolling along the seashore at the end of any given day to admire this wonderful scene. … Read More